First Presbyterian Church

August 6, 2017 Ninth Sunday after Pentecost 9:30 a.m.

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations,” Matthew 28:19a

GATHERING AROUND THE WORD

Prelude

Welcome and Church Life Notes

Introit

*Call to Worship (responsively)

Leader: Surely, God is in this place,

People: and calls us to worship in spirit and in truth.

Leader: Surely the Lord is in this place

People: receiving our songs and praise.

All: Surely, God is in this place! Let us praise the Lord!

*Hymn “Alleluia! Sing to Jesus” #260

*Prayer of Confession (in unison)

Holy and Beloved God, though the world calls us in a chaotic mess of

voices, your voice stands apart. Yours is the soft, still voice that speaks

to our very heart of hearts. If we would pay attention to your voice, we

would hear your love and concern for us – and for those whose voice is

getting lost in the chaos. Help us to hear you, and through you, to hear

the voices of the oppressed, the lost, the seething, and the frightened.

May your voice bring justice and mercy to us and to all the world.

(A moment for silent personal prayer of confession)

*Assurance of Pardon (responsively)

Leader: My friends, God hears your voice – whether you shout from the top of

your lungs or whisper softly below your breath. God has already forgiven

you for not listening – and is calling you to live this Good News through the

Holy Spirit.

People: Praise God, who sends the Spirit of Truth and Love to the world.

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

Prayer for Illumination (in unison)

Jesus, Master, we are listening for your Word. Give us your Holy Spirit,

so we might hear your Good News in the words of scripture and

preaching. Teach us to seek you always and to respond to your call. We

pray for the sake of your holy name. Amen.

Revelation 7: 9-10 (page 249 NT in the pew Bible)

Leader: This is the Word of the Lord.

People: Thanks be to God.

Matthew 28: 18-20 (page 34 NT in the pew Bible)

Leader: The Gospel of Christ.

People: Thanks be to God.

*Hymn “For All the Saints" #326

Mission Presentation with Time for Children

"Grace & Peace Mission to Orissa" Rev. Hemant Tandi

RESPONDING TO THE WORD

*(Ushers gather in the narthex at this time.)

*Affirmation of Faith – The Apostles’ Creed – (Traditional version) (in unison)

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 our Tithes, Gifts & Offerings Call to the Offering Offertory *Choral Response “The Doxology” #606

*Prayer of Dedication (in unison) Lord, you take delight in us and fill us with every good thing so that all

who hunger may share in our joy. Receive what we offer as testimony to

your goodness, and let these gifts lead to rejoicing in your church and all

your world; in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Sharing Joys and Concerns

Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer

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

*Song on the Way “May the God of Hope Go with Us” #765

*Benediction

*Postlude

*You may stand.

Guest Pastor: Rev. Hemant Tandi 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 Gail Dibble Phone: (607) 746-2155

Fax # (607) 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 August 6

9:30 am Worship (Sanctuary)

MONDAY August 7

9:00 am Fitness Class (Chapel) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR)

TUESDAY August 8

11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 5:30 pm Weight Watchers (Chapel) 6:00 pm Crafters Club at Betty Bell’s home

WEDNESDAY August 9

7:30 am SPARKS at Crossroads Café 9:00 am Fitness Class (Chapel or FH) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 6:30 pm Session Meeting (Library)

THURSDAY August 10

9:00 am Kirk Work Day (Kirk, Social Room) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 7:30 pm Campfire Thursdays at the home of Kevin and Kathy Sullivan

FRIDAY August 11

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)

SATURDAY August 12

9:00 am – 2:00 pm The Kirk Thrift Shoppe is open!

SUNDAY August 13

9:30 am Worship (Sanctuary) Vespars Service at Delaware County Fair

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

Taizé Prayer – A service of song, silence and contemplation will be held the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm. The August 17th service will be held at United Ministry. These services are sponsored by the Delhi Clergy Association. Thought for today: “As a child of God, I am greater than anything that can happen to me.” —A.P.J. Abdul Kamal

First Presbyterian Church

of Delhi, New York Church Life: August 6, 2017

“Everyone who thirsts, come to the waters!” declares the Lord through Isaiah (55:1). God invites all to the living waters of salvation in Jesus Christ! Welcome!

Bless each person here today, Loving God. Whether their week has been smooth or rocky, may they find refuge in you.

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 FLOWERS today are given to the glory of God and in celebration of Art and Renee Maxwell’s birthdays and 40th wedding anniversary.

TODAY WE WELCOME THE REVEREND HEMANT TANDI to our pulpit. He received his Masters of Theology at Union Biblical Seminary in Pune and was ordained at the Diocese of Sambalpur in Odisha India. Rev. Tandi is the Founder and Director of Grace and Peace Mission (www.gpmoinia.org). He currently lives with his family in Endicott and serves as pulpit supply in the Susquehanna Valley Presbytery. We are thankful the Reverend Tandi is sharing more about the Grace and Peace Mission this morning.

The TRUSTEES responsible for counting today are Tom Leo and Steve McKeegan. The Trustees responsible for counting on August 13 are Jackie Clark and Bruce Burr.

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.

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.

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.

The Holiday Bazaar is Saturday November 4th! Interested crafters please come to Betty Bell's house on Tuesday for the Crafters Club from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Betty has many crafting supplies and project ideas.

We are having an open house for a celebration for Ava Sprague, at our home on Friday, August 18th from 5 pm - 11 pm. Please come to celebrate Ava’s recovery! We want to thank everyone who has helped us through this difficult time. Trish & Brian Sprague, 1552 Peakes Brook Rd, Delhi.

Come Join the Fun! What says summer better than a campfire? A campfire with friends! Campfire Thursdays will continue August 10 at the home of Kathy and Kevin Sullivan and August 24 at the home of Joe and Gia Cantwell. Come enjoy one another's company and a S'More! If you play guitar, feel free to bring it!! The fun starts at 7:30!

Let's get together on Tuesday, August 22 and go out for dinner and a show! The Forestburgh Playhouse puts on a dinner and Cabaret before the real show for $28.50 and then we will watch Crazy for You for $44. There are brochures in the office for more details about the show. We will meet at the church at 3:30 to arrange carpooling and head out from there. Dinner starts at 6:00. Call the church office or Carolyn Massey or Susie Little for details.

A CALL has been issued by the Session for a Congregational meeting, to be held at the beginning of worship on Sunday, August 20, 2017. The purpose of the meeting will be to elect four (4) ruling Elders for a two (2) year term on the Session and, if the way be clear,

elect the Pastor Nominating Committee. No other business may come before the congregation at this time.

The Kirk Thrift Shoppe really appreciates all the wonderful donations and all the volunteers who have helped make The Kirk a success. This is a true mission and fellowship project and we thank everyone for their support. Remember, new items appear in the Shoppe every week so be sure to stop by next weekend. In mid-August we will start bringing out some back to school clothes and items- so be sure to stop by every Friday or Saturday.

REMEMBER YOUR DONATION FOR THE FOOD BANK!

SPECIAL NEEDS – Bread, Summer Breakfast and Lunch foods

Pastor Lisa will be out of the office through August 8. You may direct all pastoral concerns to the office and they will be addressed by our Elders.

Alzheimer’s care team – If you are interested in supporting others by serving on an Alzheimer’s care team, please contact the office. The team would provide respite for people who are struggling to care for someone in their home with Alzheimer’s or other memory loss diseases. Training is provided (3 hours). A four person team would then have a 2 hour time commitment each month. Brochures with additional information are available in the church office and on the bulletin board in the office hallway.

Thoughts on Giving: “Why spend your money for what is not bread; your wages for what fails to satisfy?” - Isaiah 55:2 Of all the ways we are asked to be generous, giving our money can be the most challenging. God understands this. Remember though that we are called to be generous with all our gifts, including our money. We are called to give from our “first fruits” and not from what is “leftover”. Stewardship Prayer: That we may learn to give generously from our “first fruits” and not from what we have “leftover”.

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

Attendance week of 7-30-17 40 The amount needed each week The amount given week of 7-30-17

$1,972.00 $1,048.00

The amount needed year-to-date The amount given YTD as of 7-30-17 Fuel Fund given YTD as of 7-30-17

Mission giving week of 7-30-17 Mission giving YTD as of 7-30-17

$61,132.00 $64,110.49

$3,022.20

$130.00 $3,248.98

Apportionment Needed 2017 Apportionment received YTD as of 7-30-17

$6,734.40 $2,223.06