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Sixth Sunday in Pentecost/Father’s Day
WORSHIP SERVICE __ Sunday, June 19, 2005 10:00 A.M.
PRAYER TIME BEFORE WORSHIP: Holy God, your Son Jesus Christ had tough words to say to the people of his day and tough words to say to us. He said, “Whoever loves their son or daughter more than me, is not worthy of me; and whoever does not take up the cross and follow me is not worthy of me.” You want our complete attention, our deepest devotion, lives that are centered in you. Everything else in life is to be secondary to your kingdom and reign. May it be that our lives this very day reflect your order and purpose, that we love you with all our heart, soul, mind and strength, through Jesus Christ. Amen.
PRELUDE “O Thou of God the Father” J. S. Bach
“Fairest Lord Jesus” arr. Wood
WELCOME, CONCERNS, AND GREETINGS
PREPARATION FOR WORSHIP
CALL TO WORSHIP (Psalm 89)
Leader: The heavens are yours, O God, the earth also is yours.
Community: The world and all that is in it – you have founded them.
Leader: The north and south – you created them – even the high
mountains.
Community: You have a mighty arm, strong is your hand.
Leader: Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne.
Community: Steadfast love and faithfulness go before you.
Leader: Happy are the people who walk in the light of our countenance.
All: They rejoice in your name, all day long. Your great name be praised.
HYMN SING (seated) “Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine!” (vs. 1 & 2) No. 341
“Christ Beside Me” No. 2166
(found in Sing the Faith)
“To God Be the Glory” No. 485
*PRAYER OF ADORATION AND INVOCATION
FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Genesis 22:1-14 (O.T. Page 17)
Leader: The word of the Lord.
Community: Thanks be to God.
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UNISON CONFESSION
We are mindful, O God, of not only the things we have done but also those things we have failed to do. We could have visited that lonely person on our street, but we used our time for something else. There was a terrible injustice done at work, but we were silent. We heard racist comments, and they went unchallenged. Someone did something wonderful and unexpected for us, but we forgot to say thanks. We heard someone attack a friend’s reputation, and we looked the other way. We listened to something that we know was not true, and did not even try to correct it. Forgive, O God, our sins of omission, which are many. Give us strength and courage to stand for what is right, honest and truthful that justice and righteousness and a sense of integrity may mark our life, through Jesus Christ. Amen.
SILENT CONFESSION & DECLARATION OF PARDON
Leader: The death that Jesus died, he died to sin, for all, but the life he lives, he
lives to God. You are no longer under the tyranny of death, but the
freedom of life in Christ Jesus. In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. Amen!
ANTHEM “He Shall Feed His Flock” Beck
Anne Linaberger, soprano
KIDS’ CORNER Sean Kelly
(After Kid’s Corner, children ages 4-9 are invited to Steps of Faith)
*HYMN “A Mother Lined a Basket” No. 2189
(found in Sing the Faith)
SECOND SCRIPTURE READINGS Matthew 22:34-40 (N.T. Page 25)
Romans 13:8-10 (N.T. Page 162)
Leader: The word of the Lord.
Community: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “What Does Love Require Of Fathers And Others?” Dr. William M. Paul
*CREED AND GLORIA PATRI No. 579
In forming his people and sending them into the world, Jesus called individuals to be disciples. They were to share the joy of his companionship, to understand and obey his teachings, and to follow him in life and death. We confess that Christians today are called to discipleship. Life shared with Christ and shaped by Christ is God’s underserved gift to each of us. It is also God’s demand upon every one of us,
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never perfectly fulfilled by any of us. Forgiven by God and supported by brothers and sisters, we strive to become more faithful and effective in our daily practice of the Christian life. A Declaration of Faith, 1977
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & THE LORD’S PRAYER (use debts and debtors)
THE GIVING OF OUR GIFTS and SPECIAL OFFERING FOR NORTHSIDE
COMMON MINISTRY
OFFERTORY ANTHEM “Be Thou My Vision” arr. Courtney
Anne Linaberger, soprano
OFFERTORY PRAISE AND PRAYER OF DEDICATION
Praise God from whom all blessings flow, praise God all creatures here below. Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God above ye heavenly host, Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia! Alleluia!
*HYMN “King of Kings” (sing it 4 times) No. 2075
found in Sing the Faith
*BENEDICTION & RESPONSE A Hymn of Dismissal J. Vajda
(congregation and organ)
(sung to the Welsh Hymn, All Through the Night)
Go, my children, fed and nourished, closer to me; Grow in love and love by serving, joyful and free. Here my Spirit’s power filled you, Here his tender comfort stilled you; Go, my children, fed and nourished, joyful and free.
POSTLUDE “Maestoso” Schroeder
*All Who Are Able May Stand *****Ushers May Seat Worshippers
THE LIGHTED CANDLE on the communion table reminds us to pray for peace.
GREETERS: Bill & Sharon Walston, Dick Fisher, Ed Weaver
LAY READER: Lee Karayusuf
USHERS: Patrick Kelly (head usher), Robyn McMillan, Tim Zeitler, Dick
Margerum or Dick Spahr (head usher), John Mathe, Rob Butorac,
Ed Wyatt
NURSERY: Sally Matan & Jill Gable
STEPS OF FAITH: Bill Baierl
NORTHMONT OFFERS a well-equipped nursery that is supervised by permanent staff. All worshippers are welcome to use the nursery for infants and preschoolers for all or a portion of each service. When exiting the front doors of the sanctuary, turn right.
WE GREET each of you on this 6th Sunday in Pentecost. We also greet all males and fathers on this Father’s Day weekend.
VISITORS’ GUIDE
WE ARE GLAD you have chosen to worship with us. We invite visitors to sign the friendship register pad. Look for hospitality greeters wearing nametags. To learn more about Northmont Church:
w Take a visitor packet of information from an usher when they are offered.
w Attend lemonade on the lawn after the 10:00 A.M. service.
w Children are welcome in the nursery.
w We invite you to participate in worship and all other programs we offer.
w Check out our website: www.northmontchurch.org and our visitor center on the lower level
TODAY’S CHANCEL FLOWERS are given to celebrate the lives of Sophie and John Karayusuf from Lee, Ann and their grandchildren. Flowers are also given in honor of our loved ones from Peggy and Dave Meister.
A SINCERE THANK YOU for the pastor visits, phone calls, cards and the many concerns of Northmont people while I was hospitalized. God Bless, Helen Evans Robbins.
OUR MEMBER OF SPECIAL CONCERN: Thelma Boul – 8671 Roosevelt Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (412-364-3814)
WORSHIP ATTENDANCE: June 12: 10:00 - 220 SON – 41
FOLLOWING WORSHIP please join us for Lemonade on the Lawn (or in Fellowship Hall if the weather is inclement). The Community Outlook Committee will be our hosts.
STEPHEN MINISTER Ed Weaver will be making hospital calls this week. If you have a special request, please call him at 412-364-6197.
TO BE REMEMBERED WITH CARDS AND PRAYERS:
Rhonda Horton, discharged
Betty Bodfish, Passavant Hospital
Nelrose Altmyer, Passavant Hospital
Grace Stanko, discharged
PRAYER REQUEST CARDS are in each pew rack as well as on the table in the back of the church. If you have a prayer request, please fill out the card and place it in the basket on the table in the back of the church and those needs and names will be given to the person giving the morning prayer and will be included that day.
PRAYER CARD REQUESTS: Sue Westwood, A young woman in the ER with bandaged hands and braids in her hair, Jerry Peaslee
SON Worship Speaker
June 19 One Life Revolution Sunday
June 26 Rev. Don Dawson, Director, World Mission Initiative
July 3 No SON service
July 10 Summer’s Best 2 Weeks Camp Sunday
July 17 Frank Stricklen
OUR MEMBERS IN THE MILITARY – REMEMBER WITH CARDS AND PRAYERS:
Maj. Scott E. Van Gorder, 7706 Bartley Way, Alexandria, VA 22315-5937
Robert C. King, NAVELSF FWD O/CUSTOMS, APO AE 09889 (Helen King Hite’s son)
Glen P. Archey, 8-229th AVN Regt., 42nd ID (M), OIF III, FOB Speicher, APO AE 09393 (Evelyn
Archey’s son - (Daycare Staff) and Ed & Pat Scullion’s nephew)
SPC Scott, Paul M., HHC 2-70 AR, DFAC, 3rd. BCT 1AD, APO AE 09378 (Mary Ellen Scott’s
grandson)
CPL POTTER, DAVID M, 3rd FSSG 3rd MRB, H & S Co. Motor T, UIC 38424, FPO-AP 96604-
8424 (Mary Potter’s son & Bernice Dowling’s grandson)
WE WELCOME to the pulpit this morning Rev. Dr. William M. Paul. For many years Bill was a member of the staff of Pittsburgh Presbytery in charge of mission and stewardship. He was one of the co-founders of the Malawi Partnership in which the presbytery signed documents with the Synod of Blantyre. He has been to Malawi numerous times. He and his wife Nancy live in Ross Township.
DR. AND MRS. ANTONSON are beginning their study leave tomorrow morning at Princeton Seminary in New Jersey. They are part of the first week of the 64th Annual Institute of Theology. They return on Friday.
WE ARE RECEIVING the Father’s Day special offering this morning that supports Northside Common Ministries. In the last year NSCM assisted 480 homeless men to find shelter, to access clothing, meals, toiletries and medical attention. They also served 12,912 low-income individuals. Roughly 50% of their work is with very low-income families and children and 40% are with frail elderly or disabled individuals. The need is great!
FRANK STRICKLEN is attending a conference and vacationing with his family in Maine. He will return on June 29.
THE SPIRITUALITY AND PRAYER GROUP will not be meeting during Frank’s vacation. The group will resume their studies on June 30.
ATTENTION MEN! Come to the NBC (Northmont Brotherhood Club) meeting each Tuesday morning. Starting at 8:30 a.m. – donuts, coffee, and fellowship in the kitchen. We meet at 9:00 a.m. in Polley Fellowship Hall. Bill Goff will show us slides of his recent trip to Beauvais, France.
THE WORK DAY AT NORTHSIDE COMMON MINISTRIES FOOD PANTRY scheduled for Saturday, June 11th was cancelled due to a lack of volunteers. It has been rescheduled for Saturday, June 25th. If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up with Barry Harris in the rear of the Narthex after the service today and next Sunday, June 19th or call Barry at 412-367-3586.
BEACONS: A picnic will be held on Saturday, June 25th at 6:00 P.M. at Judith Shifrin’s home. Also plan on joining us for the Washington Wild Things game (Minor League Baseball) on Saturday, August 20th. Call Kathy Spitz for details at 724-935-1051.
SPECIAL THANKS is extended to everyone from Northmont who housed and/or fed the handbell ringers from Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church, St. Louis, MO, last Tuesday. It was a wonderful concert as those who attended realized. Dear Northmont people, you are great to pitch in and help!!
SARAH CIRCLE: Please bring your books to the Library and leave them on the desk. Thank you.
During the summer months, we will be taking requests for your favorite hymn(s). Please fill out the form below and leave it in the offering plate or in the office. We will try to sing them all by the end of the summer. Thanks!
Yes, I really, really want to sing the following hymns, (please include hymn name and number and which hymnal, (The Presbyterian Hymnal or Sing the Faith).
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Signed:
WHEN WE PURCHASED OUR NEW HYMNAL, Sing the Faith, I was delighted to see the hymn “A Mother Lined a Basket”, no. 2189, was included. I first saw this piece at a reading session at the Westminster Conference on Worship and Music several years ago. The words were touching. I bought the anthem for the choir and we sang it at Christmastime recently. The text is wonderful, in that it reminds us that our children are only on loan for us for a time, and that, in the end, the most difficult part of loving is letting them go. To better understand the hymn, (and the roles of Jochebed and Hannah), please read the Biblical references, (Exodus and Samuel), listed at the bottom of the hymn. (C. William Goff).
Don’t miss AROUND THE WORLD IN 5 DAYS !!! Applications for our Junior Camp (August 1-6) were mailed out to most of your homes this week but if you need one, please see Frank Stricklen after worship or contact the church office. This camp is the perfect way to introduce children ages 3-8 to the variety of people, foods, music, customs and cultures around the world and the types of mission projects our denomination supports across the globe. Don’t miss it!
We still need a number of adult and teen helpers for Junior Camp. Many positions have been filled but we still need helpers, teen counselors, work crew members and at least one more teacher. If you’d like to help, see Frank Stricklen or call the church office. Applications for teen volunteer positions are available from Frank or in the church office.
NORTHMONT CHURCH DIRECTORIES are now available in the church office. We ask for a one-dollar donation to help with the printing costs.
DIVORCE, DEATH, LOSING A JOB – all of these are crises that can be over whelming. A Stephen Minister is ready and willing to care for you or a friend during difficult times like these.
FULL-TIME POSITION in Northmont Child Development and Preschool Center is available. High school diploma or associate degree in early childhood is necessary. Call between 7:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. or leave a message after 3:00 P.M. at 412-364-0106.
WEDDINGS: If you are planning a wedding at Northmont Church, please call Grace Stanko at 412-364-2499 to put your name on the wedding calendar. She will assign a wedding coordinator to help with your special day.
PRODUCT OF THE MONTH FOR NORTH HILLS FOOD BANK: Month of June – Peanut Butter and Jelly. All items are very much appreciated, especially monetary donations. Checks should be made out to Northmont U. P. Church – memo-North Hills Food Bank.
ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION – 8:45 A.M.
ADULT BIBLE STUDY Malawi Room
TODAY: The class will be dealing with the four lectionary readings: Genesis 21:8-21, Psalm 86:1-10, 16-17, Romans 6:1b-11, Matthew 10:24-39
Small Group/Spiritual Growth Opportunities
EVERY OTHER SUNDAY
Discipleship Essentials: 8:00 A.M. at Eat-N-Park. Contact Bill Baierl (412-367-4693)
EVERY OTHER MONDAY
Discipleship Essentials: 8:30 P.M. at home of Pat & Jill Kelly. Contact Pat Kelly (724-940-7691)
EVERY SUNDAY
After SON Group: 7:00 P.M. in Northmont Library Contact Bart Roberts (724-933-6065) We will be continuing our study of Purpose Driven Life today.
EVERY THURSDAY
Spirituality and Prayer Group, 11:00 A.M. in the Berean room, led by Frank Stricklen
YOUTH NEWS
NOW THAT SCHOOL IS OUT and summer is here, we have decided to start it off right with a trip to Kennywood. On July 1st, the youth group is heading to Kennywood. Tickets are $16.00 for all who would like to go. We will be leaving here at 10:30A.M. and will arrive back at the church around 11:30-12:00. If interested, please contact Sean Kelly within the week to get a ticket. We are also looking for drivers and leaders for this outing. If interested, please contact Sean Kelly at 412-364-0105.
ATTENTION ADULTS!!!! We are looking for adult volunteers for youth group beginning this fall. Jr. Highs will meet on Wednesday nights and Sr. Highs meet on Sunday nights following the SON service. If interested, please contact Sean for more information.
AS SB2W’S DRAWLS CLOSER we are looking for host families to take in 3 female leaders and 2 male leaders during the weeks of July 5th through the 15th. Please contact Sean Kelly soon if you can host a counselor.
IT IS THAT TIME AGAIN. SB2W’S is just around the corner and we are looking for Jr. counselors and work crew. Volunteer forms can be found in the youth lounge. Please see Sean Kelly if interested.
ATTENTION YOUTH: For all who are interested, on Saturday June 25th, the youth along with the adults from the church, will be doing a service project at the Northside Common Ministries. We will be meeting here at 8:30 A.M. and will finish up around 2:00 P.M. or so. If interested, please contact Sean Kelly for more information.
ATTENTION YOUTH: As of this past week, small groups have begun. All who are interested in participating can contact Sean Kelly. Jr. High boys and girls meet on Wednesday evenings and Sr. High guys and girls meet Sunday evening after the SON service. All are invited.
Calendar For The Week:
June 19 – June 25, 2005
Sunday, June 19: James 1:1-18
8:45AM Adult Bible Study
10:00 AM Worship Sanctuary
11:00 AM Handbell Rehearsal for Bucknell Trip Westminster Room
6:00 PM Son Worship Service Sanctuary
6:30 PM AA Fellowship Hall
Monday, June 20: 1 Sam. 5:1-12
7:00 PM Boy Scouts Sanctuary
Tuesday, June 21: Acts 5:27-42
8:30 AM NBC Fellowship Hall
7:00 PM Deacons Library
Wednesday, June 22: Psalm 4
9:30 AM Knitters Malawi Room
Thursday, June 23: Luke 22:24-30
7:15 PM Stephen Ministry Berean Room
Friday, June 24: 1 Sam. 9:1-14
Saturday, June 25: Acts 7:30-43
8:30 AM Northside Common Ministries Work Day