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Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost
Worldwide Communion Sunday
The Presbyterian Church at Shrewsbury
352 Sycamore Avenue
Shrewsbury, NJ 07702

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost
Worldwide Communion Sunday
October 1, 2017
10:30 am
Order of Worship
The service begins with the Prelude.
* Please stand in body or spirit
Welcome
Prelude Herzliebster Jesu, was hast du verbrochen H. Walcha
Introit #264 At the Name of Jesus
At the name of Jesus every knee shall bow, every tongue confessing him King of glory now; ‘tis the Father’s pleasure we should call him Lord, who from the beginning was the mighty Word.
Humbled for a season to receive a name from the lips of sinners unto whom he came, faithfully he bore it spotless to the last, brought it back victorious, when from death he passed.
Bore it up triumphant, with its human light, through all ranks of creatures, to the central height, to the throne of Godhead, to the Father’s breast, filled it with the glory of that perfect rest.
Christians, this Lord Jesus shall return again, with his Father’s glory o’er the earth to reign; for all wreaths of empire meet upon his brow, and our hearts confess him King of glory now.
* Call to Worship Elder Kathleen Healy-Wedsworth
Leader: The God of Good News calls us to rejoice in a love beyond compare.
People: We are here expectantly, ready to hear the music of the Gospel.
Leader: The God of abundant blessing calls us to respond to the fullness of hope.
People: We are a community of faith ready to deepen our life together. Through worship and fellowship, we are ready to give ourselves to God and one another again.
Leader: Let us begin our worship of God in this prayer:
All: Energize our lives this morning, O God, with your Spirit of love and truth.
Move us toward more authenticity within ourselves and toward others.
Grant us the gift of being real, genuine, and earnest as we worship you this day.
In the name of Christ, we pray. Amen.
* Hymn #258 A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing!
Call to Confession
When we come together and confess, we recognize our humanity and pray for peace over our brokenness. Together, let us pray the prayer of confession:
Prayer of Confession (unison)
Eternal God,
As the Christ, you showed us that love looks not to its own interests, but to the interests of others.
We lament how little we resemble you in your humility, dedication, and love.
We are driven too often by ambition and conceit.
We defend our views, arguing without understanding.
We speak of love, but resist the sacrifices love requires.
Gracious God, you are at work in us.
Fill us and shape us with your Spirit,
that we may will and work for your pleasure,
loving our neighbors as ourselves.
Silent, Personal Prayers of Confession
Assurance of Pardon
Leader: We thank you, Holy God, that you have chosen to be present with us,
and in that presence, to show us how to truly live.
People: In Christ, you showed us how to be concerned without becoming overwhelmed by despair. He taught us to live in hope and courage, rather than resignation and fear.
All: Move us now, O God, to live according to what you have already taught us.
Prayer for Illumination
Epistle Lesson Philippians 2: 1 - 13 (NT, page 196)
Children’s Message
Joys and Concerns
Prayers of the Church
The Lord’s Prayer Hymnal page 35
* Passing of the Peace
Offering
Offertory Eternal God John Rutter
Eternal God, we give you thanks for music, Blest gift from heaven to all your servants here on earth: In time of joy a crown, in sorrow consolation; Companion through our days of tears and mirth.
We give you thanks for every sound of beauty: For sweetest harmony that echoes in our hearts, For melodies that soar on high like birds at morning, For voice and instrument in all their parts.
As we are blest, so may our gift bless others: May hearts be touched and spirits lifted up anew. Let music draw together those who live as strangers, Bring joy to those we love, in thankfulness true.
And when at last we come into your kingdom, All discord over and all earthly labour done, Then sound and silence yield before one equal music, And with the Giver shall our souls be one.
* Doxology
* Prayer of Dedication
* Hymn #767 Together We Serve
Gospel Lesson Matthew 21: 23 - 32 (NT, page 23)
Communion Meditation “The Power of an Attitude” Dr. Robinson
Litany of Grace
Leader: The Lord be with you.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Lift up your hearts.
People: We lift them up unto the Lord.
Leader: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People: It is right to give God thanks and praise.
The Lord’s Supper
(We receive Communion by Intinction as instructed, and guided by the Ushers)
Prayer after Communion
Leader: Almighty God, all thoughts of truth and peace come from you.
People: Kindle in the hearts of all your children the love of peace,
Leader: and guide with your wisdom the leaders of the nations,
All: so that your kingdom will go forth in peace and the earth will be filled with the knowledge of your love, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
* Hymn #766 The Church of Christ Cannot Be Bound
* Benediction
Leader: We have eaten the bread of new creation.
People: We bear witness to God’s abundant goodness.
Leader: We have heard the Word proclaimed.
People: We bear witness to the gifts of joy and peace given in Christ’s resurrection.
Leader: So let us go into the world to be servants of God’s justice.
People: So let us go into the world to be makers of Christ’s peace.
All: God, the First and the Last is with us. Hosanna! Amen!
Postlude Prelude in F Major J. S. Bach
Please remain seated in silence for the Postlude as this is part of
Worship. If you must leave, please do so quietly.
Announcements
Worship Leadership this morning Elder Kathleen Healy-Wedsworth and Elder Patricia Apy. Next week, Elder Don Barnes.
Ushering this morning Kathy Keenan, Glen Baird, Jim Wright, Jenifer Zeller. Next week, Peter Gibbons, Lisa Barnes, Ed Tognola, Mary Jane O’Hare.
Candle Lighter Holly Slack. Next week, Brielle Castellano.
The Chancel Flowers this morning are dedicated to the Glory of God and given in loving memory of Agnes and Bud Frick and Hartley Dellinger, by Peggy and Ted Dellinger.
Nursery is open today for infants through 3 years old. Stop by the Christian Education Building, 2nd Floor or see a Deacon for
assistance.
Youth Choir meets every Sunday, upstairs in CE, from 12:00 - 12:30 pm. Children in K-8th grade, our invited to come celebrate God's love through singing, playing instruments and experimenting with other forms of musical play. Those children who wish to participate can sing for worship services several times a year and in our annual Christmas Pageant. Contact Miss Pat, Youth Choir Director, for more information.
Manna Box Mission Belles along with Church and Society are
continuing to collect food items for St. Anthony's Church in Red Bank. All donations are appreciated. Look for the "Manna" box in the Church House lobby and thanks for your support.
Mission Bible Study Have you signed up for this adventure? We are starting two groups in October with more options to come. The two groups you can sign up for in September are Monday 10:00 am –12:00 pm at Judy Whary’s and Wednesday 7:00 pm– 9:00 pm at Nancy and Rich Vodhanel’s. This is an opportunity to get together for fellowship as we learn something new. Please contact the church office at 732-747-3557 or at pcas@verizon.net to register.
Confirmation Class Confirmation Class for 7th graders & up, starts on Sunday, October 8th. Join Rev. Tom and Mrs. Adler for an exciting confirmation journey studying our Reformed Faith. Contact Mrs. Adler to register or for more information.
Red Bank Crop Walk Sunday October 15th, Registration 1:00pm, Walk 2:00pm - Red Bank Regional High School. Please consider
participating in the Red Bank Crop Walk. The walk is about 6 miles winding through Fair Haven, Red Bank and Little Silver. It is a very enjoyable afternoon! Thank you in advance! Contact Kirsten Schanck for sponsor forms: kirsti58@comcast.net.
Calendar Collection Jean Kelly is collecting 2018 calendars to send to our soldiers overseas. You can give your extras to Jean or bring them to the church office.
Worldwide Communion Sunday is when Presbyterians around the globe contribute to the Peacemaking Offering.
While we enjoy the comfort of peace here in Shrewsbury, people elsewhere in our country and in parts throughout the world are not as fortunate.
Our collection joined with others will help to end suffering and violence both here in our nation and around the world.
Please be generous.

Calendar of Events

(FH) Fellowship Hall, (B) Basement, (SS) Sunday School,
(A) Alpha, (O) Omega, (S) Sanctuary, (TR) Terrace Rm.,
(OS) Off Site, (SR) Social Rm., (K) Kitchen

HYMN SING
Today’s worship preparation will be a hymn sing. We invite you to find the hymn number of your favorite hymn in the index (pages 711-716) of The Presbyterian Hymnal. We will sing the first stanza of each hymn.

The postlude is offered as an integral part of the service.
Please feel free to remain and listen or to leave quietly to Fellowship Hall.

Interim Pastor…………………..................................... Rev. Dr. Tom Robinson
Director of Christian Education…………..….…………………………...Sherri Adler
Director of Music Ministries………………..……………………………..Reid Masters
Bell Choir Director……………..………….……………………………….Robyn Ioviero
Administrative Assistant……………………...……………………....Tom Van Duyne
Sexton……………………………………………………………………...…Frank Harvey
Phone (732) 747-3557.………..…….............................Fax (732) 747-5512
E-mail: pcas@verizon.net..……..………....Web site: http://www tpcas.org

DEADLINE TO ORDER – December 18th
$7.00 each Place your order through the Deacons
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I would like to order ________ Poinsettia plant(s) at $7.00 a piece to be placed in the sanctuary for Christmas Services.
Total enclosed $ ___________
Name(s) in memory to be listed in Church bulletin:
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Donated by:
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□ I will take my poinsettia(s) after the Candlelight Service on Christmas Eve.
□ Please deliver my poinsettia(s) to a person who could not attend our services.