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WORSHIP SERVICE Sunday, August 12, 2007 10:00a
PRAYER BEFORE WORSHIP: My great and loving God, I used to think of you as far away, a God to travel to. Then came the day of the earthquake, and the walls of my heart fell down revealing you at the core of my being. Everything I saw contained you. The world you made is a unity, where you weave all things into a oneness. There is so much more to discover about you. Open that door and show me. Amen.
PRELUDE “Prelude in C” Vierne
“God Himself is Present” arr. Burkhardt
“Andante Religioso” Mendelssohn
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
PREPARATION FOR WORSHIP
*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: We have called to you, O Lord, out of the depth of our being;
Community: We have sought to be heard in your heavenly courts.
Leader: We have waited for you, O Lord, patiently and expectantly.
Community: For we know that in you is mercy and peace.
Leader: Hear now your people’s prayers of intercession and words of praise.
Community: Come quickly to us in our worship and in our prayers. Keep us
waiting no longer for your redemption.
*OPENING HYMN “Earth and All Stars” No. 458
*PRAYER OF CELEBRATION
Lord of all creation, our lives are celebrations of your gifts, expressions of your love and witnesses to your grace. Life culminates in worship, where here, in this place and at this time, we can join together in praise, lifting your name, giving thanks for our lives, and our talents. Worship celebrates and proclaims your covenant community, of which we are grateful to be a part, and witnesses to your Kingdom and your reign in and through Jesus Christ in whose name we pray. Amen.
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE [verse 4 of the first hymn]
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Leader: Righteous and merciful God, we acknowledge that we have chosen
death rather than life.
Community: Look upon us in mercy and forgive us; reach out to us in our
grief and despair.
Leader: Release us from our sin and set us again on your path.
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Community: Empower us by your spirit to live according to your will, that
we may we bear witness anew to your goodness and grace.
[moment for silent confession]
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
Leader: The God of all peace, whose Son offers us forgiveness and joy, grant us
peace and mercy.
Community: Through the love shown us in Jesus Christ we are forgiven.
Sacrament of Baptism William Baierl, Elder
Opening Scripture
Questions to the Parents and the Congregation
*The Apostle’s Creed (traditional) Page 14
Prayer & Baptism
Congregational Blessing
Faithful God, we thank you for this sign and seal of our welcome into the household of faith, and our reminder of your promises to us and to our children. Today we welcome as Christ’s own Samuel James Irvin. We pray that through your Spirit he would grow strong in faith and love of God. We pray for David and Jennifer that they continue to be given wisdom as their family grows. Together with all the community, may they grow in wisdom and knowledge of Christ and in service to Him. Amen.
Welcome “Baptized in Water” (verse 3) No. 492
KIDS’ CORNER Rev. Dr. Donald Ewing
[After Kids’ Corner children ages 4-10 may go to Steps of Faith with Anne Linaberger]
ANTHEM “Surely He Will Care for Me” Carter
Leslie Scheuer, soprano
FIRST SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 [N.T. Page 630]
Leader: The word of the Lord.
Community: Thanks be to God.
*HYMN His Eye Is on the Sparrow” No. 2146
(Found in Sing the Faith)
SECOND SCRIPTURE READING Mark 6:4-6 [N.T. Page 40]
SERMON “Sapping God’s Strength” Rev. Dr. Donald R. Ewing
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PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & THE LORD’S PRAYER
PRESENTING OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY ANTHEM “Bright and Beautiful” arr. Hayes
(A Children’s Suite, based on Praise Him, All Ye Little Children,
All Things Bright and Beautiful and Jesus Loves Me)
Leslie Scheuer, soprano
*OFFERTORY PRAISE & 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 “O Sing to the Lord” No. 472
*CHARGE & BLESSING
*RESPONSE “Song of Hope” No. 432
*POSTLUDE “Allegro Maestoso” Mendelssohn
*All Who Are Able May Stand
(If you have a joy or concern, Stephen Ministers are available to pray with you. Judy Marshall and George Depee will be at the front of the sanctuary after the service.)
GREETERS |
Jack & Doris Marko, Ron Witthohn, Bob Platts |
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ELDER |
Bill Baierl |
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USHERS |
Hayes Stover (head usher), Roy Anderson, Bruce Sardon, Richard Sutter or Bill H. English (head usher), Karen or Mark Nootbaar, Lisa Behm |
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WELCOME VISITORS
WE ARE GLAD you have chosen to worship with us. We invite visitors to sign the red friendship register pad in the pew racks. To learn more about Northmont Church:
Take a visitor packet located in the back of the sanctuary;
Attend Lemonade on the Lawn after the service and
Check out our website: www.northmontchurch.org
NORTHMONT OFFERS a well-equipped nursery that is supervised by permanent staff. Families are welcome to use the nursery for infants and preschoolers for all or a portion of each service. When exiting the rear doors of the sanctuary, turn right and continue through the double wooden doors.
FOLLOWING WORSHIP please join us for Lemonade on the Lawn (or in Polley Fellowship Hall if the weather is inclement) hosted by the Youth Ministry Committee.
CHANCEL FLOWERS are given by Jeanne and John Russell to celebrate their parents’, Patty and Ed Scullions, wedding anniversary.
HOSANNA INDUSTRIES workday is August 18th. Northmont will be working on a local mission project doing construction work on a Pittsburgh home with Glen Wissner as our leader. If you were signed up for the cancelled July 31 workday, or if you haven’t signed up and would like to be a part of the group, contact Linda Allerton at 412-364-0105.
TEACHER TRAINING will be held on Sunday, August 19th following the service. Lunch will be provided. All teachers (new, veteran and substitute) are strongly encouraged to attend. Mandi will be introducing the new Bible Quest curriculum for the year and sharing some teaching tips and helpful hints.
THE CHANCEL CHOIR ANNUAL SUMMER PICNIC will be held at the home of Carol and Chuck Bradley on August 19th at 12:00 noon. Choir members please call Carol and Chuck as to what to bring.
TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES are available in the 2nd and 3rd grade classroom on Sunday mornings 9:30a – 10:30a. Contact Lisa Caswell for more information at 412-367-3567.
DOES WORSHIP EXCITE YOU? Do you have a gift for leading in worship? The Next Step team is forming, comprised of those who have a heart and passion for worship, and worship in various styles (contemporary, Taize, Iona, etc.). The team will be meeting for study and prayer, and will be visiting various worship gatherings and talking with worship teams. All of this is in preparation for the renewal of our third worship gathering. Please contact Mandi Richey about your interest.
PERSPECTIVES on the World Christian Movement is a class being offered at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary starting on September 10th from 6:30-9:30pm. Perspectives is a 14-week course providing a panoramic view of what God is up to in the world and tools to help you step into the action. Learn from a different Christian leader each week as they help you to explore God's kingdom plan from the biblical, historical, cultural and strategic perspectives. Perspectives will strengthen your faith, enlarge your view, ignite your heart, and equip you for life-long discipleship. You won't want to miss this!! Ask Mandi Richey for a registration form today!!
THE KIDS OF THE KINGDOM program for children in grades 1-5 will begin this year on Wednesday, September 19th at 6:30 P.M. and finish at 7:30 P.M. Pizza supper will not be served this year.
PRISM (Pgh. Regional International Student Ministries) is having their annual “Garage Giveaway” at the Bellefield Presbyterian Church in Oakland on Saturday, August 18th. This event provides free household items to newly arrived international students such as beds and bedding, small appliances, towels, dishes, cooking utensils, desks, lamps, small and moderate sized furniture (no sofa beds). All items should be in good condition. If you have any of these items to donate to PRISM contact Ted Mills at 412-364-4002 (tmills78@comcast.net).
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 offering plate. If so requested your prayer will be placed on the prayer chain and shared with the staff. Recent requests: Morey Buirge, George Hall, Baby Charlotte, Connor Greenleaf, Cory Marion
OUR MEMBER IN THE MILITARY – REMEMBER WITH CARDS AND PRAYERS
MASN Patrick J. Morland, NBDB Camp Bucca, FPO SAE 09501-1701 – son of
Jan Morland, Assistant Director of Northmont’s Daycare Center
TO BE REMEMBERED WITH CARDS AND PRAYERS
Ed Halboth - C/O Jim Brindel, 121 Hilton Road, Greensburg, PA 15601
Mary Jane Klein – Cumberland Crossing #216, 9350 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA
15237
John Schellman – St. Barnabus Nursing Home
Rufus Wysor – Wexford House
Jack Ehrhardt – Fosnight
Betty Buirge – Passavant Hospital
WE EXTEND OUR SYMPATHY as a congregation to Sean Kelly in the recent death of his aunt.
HELEN TRAYNOR sends her sincere thanks to all those who prayed for her during her recent hospitalizations. Your visits, calls, cards and good food were also greatly appreciated. What great people belong to Northmont!
WHO WILL KNOW about my problem if I talk to a Stephen Minister? Confidentiality is the cornerstone of Stephen Ministry. If you have a burden you need to share, perhaps a Stephen Minster can help. If you or someone you know could benefit from a Stephen Minister, contact Nancy Garver at 724-935-2194.
PRODUCTS OF THE MONTH FOR NORTH HILLS FOOD BANK – Spaghetti and Spaghetti Sauce. All items are very much appreciated.
PIPER DEADLINE is August 17th for the September Piper! (piper@northmontchurch.org) Please find someone in your group to e-mail your article as an attachment to the editor by noon.
STEPHEN MINISTER Cathy Koehler will be making hospital calls this week. If you have a special request, please call her at 412-366-9930.
LISA TWEARDY IS GETTING MARRIED! Our former Youth Director is engaged to David “Booty” Buckingham (our former summer intern, 1998) and the couple will be getting married this September 1st. Lisa’s Northmont family is invited to join in the celebration. The wedding will be held at Third Presbyterian Church (Uniontown) at 1:00 P.M. Outdoor picnic reception immediately to follow – wear comfortable clothes.
IF YOU ARE MISSING EYE GLASSES OR A CELL PHONE please contact the church office.
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ADULT STUDY OPPORTUNITY – 9:00a Sunday
ADULT BIBLE STUDY Malawi Room
NEXT WEEK: Isa. 5:1-7; Ps. 80:1-2, 8-19; Heb. 11:29-12:2; Luke 12:49-56
Week of August 12, 2007
Sunday, August 12 John 3:22-36
9:00a Adult Bible Study - MR
10:00a Worship
6:30p AA - FH
6:45p PNC - BR
Monday, August 13 Mark 9:42-50
9:30a PW Board - MR
6:30p I Team - MR
7:00p Christian Education Committee - BSR
Tuesday, August 14 2 Sam. 14:1-20
8:30a NBC - FH
10:00a Staff Meeting - Library
Wednesday, August 15 Mark 10:17-31
9:30a Knitters – MR
Mission Committee – off site
Thursday, August 16 Mark 10:32-45
Friday, August 17 Acts 21:37--22:16
9:30a Project Linus - MR
Noon - Piper Deadline
Saturday, August 18 Mark 11:1-11
Sunday, August 19 John 5:30-47
9:00a Adult Bible Study - MR
10:00a Worship
11:00a Teacher Training - FH
Noon - Choir Picnic - off site
6:30p AA - FH
6:45p PNC - BR
For the latest information, see www.my.calendars.net/northmontchurch. Contact Linda Allerton at (412) 364-0105 to add entries to church calendar. Meeting locations: FH = Fellowship Hall, SANC = Sanctuary, Library, KIT = Kitchen, MR = Malawi Room, BR = Berean Room, YL = Youth Lounge, WR = Westminster Room, PS = Pastor’s Study, BSR = Bible Study Room
ELDERS
CLASS – 2008 CLASS – 2009 CLASS – 2010
Larry Anderson Kip Campbell Bill Baierl
Carolyn Pearsall Lee Karayusuf Betty Fraley
Bart Roberts Larry Wichterman Dorothy Phillis
Judith Shifrin Ken Yoest Cindy Sardon
Jean Eckert – Clerk of Session
DEACONS
Jerry Fisher Peggy Grinager Carol Concelman
Carol Lee Pat Krotzer Bill McGaffick
Jack Marko Jessica Molnar Helen Traynor
Jeff Morris Jeanne Russell Tim Zeitler
John Raphael John Russell
Joan Shore Patty Scullion
Christy Wenger Marlene Yoest
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Interim Pastor: Rev. Dr. Donald R. Ewing
Director of Family Ministries and Contemporary Worship: Amanda H. Richey
Organist and Director of Music: C. William Goff
Youth Director: Sean Kelly
Pastor Emeritus: Rev. Dr. Stephen L. Polley
Parish Associates: Rev. Alick Kennedy and Rev. Dr. Robert Forsythe
Office Manager: Linda Allerton
Church Secretary: Rose Dragan
Church Treasurer: Lynn Merriman
Custodian: Colin Baldwin, Jr.
Northmont Child Development and Preschool Center
Director: Margot Plant
Assistant Director: Jan Moreland
Global Mission Partnerships with:
Our Mission Family currently serving in the Middle East
Michael & Rachel Weller Family serving in Ethiopia
Current announcements, bulletins, Piper monthly newsletters, church group information, and the up-to-date church calendar can be found online at www.northmontchurch.org.