8:00/9:30AM Service April 25, 2021 MORE PEOPLE, MORE LIKE CHRIST
Address: 34605 N. Tom Darlington Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85266 Office 480.488.3384 / Fax 480.488.0850 Website: www.deserthills.org Facebook Desert Hills Presbyterian Church (Scottsdale, AZ) page 1
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SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY Sunday, April 25, 2021, 8:00/9:30AM
PRELUDE
Hymn Medley
* CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People:
Welcome to the community of faith, the family of God! We come as families, large and small in number, seeking God’s love. God’s love is here for you. Help us to understand how we are connected to God. We abide in Christ Jesus, in love and compassion. May our spirits be renewed and our connection to God be strengthened through our worship today.
HYMN #63, vs. 1,2,3,5
All Creatures of Our God and King
1. All creatures of our God and King, Lift up your voice and with us sing, Alleluia! Alleluia! Thou burning sun with golden beam, Thou silver moon with softer gleam, O praise Him! O praise Him! Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
3. Thou flowing water, pure and clear, Make music for Thy Lord to hear, Alleluia! Alleluia! Thou fire so masterful and bright, Thou givest man both warmth and light, O praise Him! O praise Him! Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
2. Thou rushing wind that art so strong, Ye clouds that sail in heaven along, O praise Him! Alleluia! Thou rising morn, in praise rejoice; Ye lights of evening, find a voice, O praise Him! O praise Him! Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
5. Let all things their Creator bless, And worship Him in humbleness, O praise Him! Alleluia! Praise, praise the Father, praise the Son, And praise the Spirit, Three in One, O praise Him! O praise Him! Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (Apostles’ Creed) 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; 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. page 3
*GLORY BE TO THE FATHER #813 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. PRAYER OF CONFESSION O Lord, in calling himself the true vine, Jesus reminded us that the source of our life stems from being grafted into him… And that what we think, do, and say reflects our anchoring in the Christ vine. Father, we confess before you our failures to remain in the "true vine." Forgive us for the times when we have chosen the gnarled and knotted existence of anger, alienation, and bitterness, or twisted your Word of Truth into words of self-preservation and selfinterest. Prune us O God and remove this bitter direction from our lives. In your forgiving love, heal our tendency to strike out on our own, thinking that we have all the answers. Help us to exhibit new growth and strength of character, that we may faithfully serve and bear much fruit for you. In Jesus’ name. AMEN. ASSURANCE Leader: All:
2 Corinthians 5:17 If anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation; the old has passed away. Behold, the new has come. Therefore, let us assure one another of God’s pardon. In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Amen.
ANTHEM
Grafted in Christ Chancel Choir
Samuel Francis Smith
Grafted in Christ, the living vine, This day, with one accord, Ourselves, with humble faith and joy, We yield to Thee, O Lord. Join'd in one body may we be; One inward life partake; One be our heart; one heav'nly hope In every bosom wake.
In pray'r, in effort, tears, and toils, One wisdom be our guide; Taught by one Spirit from above, In Thee may we abide. PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION Spirit of God, speak once again through the Words of Scripture that our listening ears may hear Your voice. Help us to place Your Word in our minds, treasure it in our hearts, choose it with our wills, and live it through our bodies. In Christ’s name we pray. Amen.
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SCRIPTURE
Romans 11:1-12
I ask then: Did God reject his people? By no means! I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin. God did not reject his people, whom he foreknew. Don’t you know what Scripture says in the passage about Elijah—how he appealed to God against Israel: “Lord, they have killed your prophets and torn down your altars; I am the only one left, and they are trying to kill me”? And what was God’s answer to him? “I have reserved for myself seven thousand who have not bowed the knee to Baal.” So too, at the present time there is a remnant chosen by grace. And if by grace, then it cannot be based on works; if it were, grace would no longer be grace. What then? What the people of Israel sought so earnestly they did not obtain. The elect among them did, but the others were hardened, as it is written: “God gave them a spirit of stupor, eyes that could not see and ears that could not hear, to this very day.” And David says: “May their table become a snare and a trap, a stumbling block and a retribution for them. May their eyes be darkened so they cannot see, and their backs be bent forever.” Again I ask: Did they stumble so as to fall beyond recovery? Not at all! Rather, because of their transgression, salvation has come to the Gentiles to make Israel envious. But if their transgression means riches for the world, and their loss means riches for the Gentiles, how much greater riches will their full inclusion bring! Leader: This is the word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God! PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE THE LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen. *HYMN #355
There’s a Wideness tune: in God’s Mercy
1. There's a wideness in God's mercy Like the wideness of the sea; There's a kindness in His justice Which is more than liberty. There is welcome for the sinner And more graces for the good; There is mercy with the Savior; There is healing in His blood.
AUSTRIAN HYMN
2. For the love of God is broader Than the measure of man's mind; And the heart of the Eternal Is most wonderfully kind. If our love were but more simple, We should take Him at His word; And our lives would be illumined By the presence of our Lord.
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OFFERTORY
Grafted in Christ
DOXOLOGY #815
arr. Lloyd Larson OLD HUNDREDTH
Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him, all creatures here below. Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen
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SCRIPTURE
Romans 11:13-24
I am talking to you Gentiles. Inasmuch as I am the apostle to the Gentiles, I take pride in my ministry in the hope that I may somehow arouse my own people to envy and save some of them. For if their rejection brought reconciliation to the world, what will their acceptance be but life from the dead? If the part of the dough offered as firstfruits is holy, then the whole batch is holy; if the root is holy, so are the branches. If some of the branches have been broken off, and you, though a wild olive shoot, have been grafted in among the others and now share in the nourishing sap from the olive root, do not consider yourself to be superior to those other branches. If you do, consider this: You do not support the root, but the root supports you. You will say then, “Branches were broken off so that I could be grafted in.” Granted. But they were broken off because of unbelief, and you stand by faith. Do not be arrogant, but tremble. For if God did not spare the natural branches, he will not spare you either. Consider therefore the kindness and sternness of God: sternness to those who fell, but kindness to you, provided that you continue in his kindness. Otherwise, you also will be cut off. And if they do not persist in unbelief, they will be grafted in, for God is able to graft them in again. After all, if you were cut out of an olive tree that is wild by nature, and contrary to nature were grafted into a cultivated olive tree, how much more readily will these, the natural branches, be grafted into their own olive tree! SERMON
“DARE TO BE NEW: YOU ARE GRAFTED”
*HYMN #342
Rev. Jim Noble
Rock of Ages
1. Rock of Ages, cleft for me, let me hide myself in thee; let the water and the blood, from thy wounded side which flowed, be of sin the double cure; save from wrath and make me pure.
2. Not the labors of my hands can fulfill thy law's demands; could my zeal no respite know, could my tears forever flow, all for sin could not atone; thou must save, and thou alone.
3. While I draw this fleeting breath, when mine eyes shall close in death, when I soar to worlds unknown, see thee on thy judgment throne, Rock of Ages, cleft for me, let me hide myself in thee. *BENEDICTION & RESPONSE
Now unto Him
#234
Now unto Him who is able to keep you from falling And to make you stand in His presence blameless and with great joy. To the only God, our Savior, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Be the glory and the majesty, dominion and authority, Both now and forever. Amen! *POSTLUDE
Erbarm dich mein, o Herre Gott Natalie Mealey, organ
J.S. Bach
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Today’s Flowers have been provided by Bill Schultze in memory of his wife Joan.
Scripture for May 2nd Matthew 7:15-20 John 15:1-11
PRAYER REQUESTS ASSISTED LIVING & HOMEBOUND: Anne Wellington(9), Jeanne Frank(10), Ed Jensen(7), Don Paisley(10), Ruth Johnston(12), Lloyd Ferguson(6) HEALING: Ron Bruce, Asher Payne Stewart (Gisela Stewart’s great-grandbaby), Bill Allen (3), Tom Purnell(13), Fowler Knight (Tonya Jone’s niece), Ed Morgan, Hugh Shoults (7), Josh McQueen (6), Darryl Menard (16), Steve Haver (13), Jane Rau (17), Barbara Purnell (13), Will Broxterman, Bill Allen(3), Ruth Blakeslee(8), (#) Indicates Parish Shepherd number. MILITARY: Austin Ast, Charles Porter, Mason Lowman, Kenn Mattson, Ben Williamsz, Wyatt Brennan, Camryn Carson, Austin Hall, Derrick Smith, Ryan Richard, Alexis Brown, Isaiah Skinner, Isaac Corbett, Hunter Helvie, David Leibold, John Beach, Mike Efird, Chanteal Williams, Ethan Groce, Clark Benham, Conrad McDermott, Graham Benham, Christopher Bingham, Cade Brennan, Joshua Fielder, Elizabeth Fricker, Gregory Fricker, Joseph Galaviz, Jonathan Gilleland, Cherise (nee Harry) Smallcanyon, Timothy Harry, Aaron Heinricks, Ryan Leavitt, Kate Miller, Jonathan Mulder, Jacob Rath, Jason Rath, Ryan Toomey, Chris Skinner, and Tyrus Smedes. ARE YOU IN NEED OF PRAYER? DO YOU HAVE A JOY TO SHARE? Please submit your prayer request online at deserthills.org. --Note from Jim & Liz Cottrell: Thank you for the prayers for our new granddaughter, Elenor Maebelle Cottrell. She is out of the hospital and thriving.
MAY WISH LIST Pasta Sauce Canned Pasta Cream Soup Condensed Soup Chunky Soup Flour Sugar Bagged Bean (small sizes) Bagged Rice (small sizes) Flour (small sizes) Sugar (small sizes)
WALKING BESIDE MINISTRY Are you having trouble feeling Christ’s love right now? Does your hope need a boost? If your answer to one of these questions is “yes” and you would like someone to talk to or pray with, call one of our team members. We minister to the needs of our congregation and those in our community who are going through difficult life transitions and challenges. Let one of our team members show you how Christ’s love, peace, and hope can change your or your loved one’s perspective. Laurann Cook Barb Conti Joe Gilleland Steve Haver Moon Kahn
714-270-8121 480-419-8232 480-575-8406 602-625-0159 480-391-2034
Shirley Klein Marsha Lindquist Thea Miller Sara Ray
602-881-0936 480-513-1132 480-620-8632 480-888-6192 page 7
Music & Arts Scholarship Opportunity In an effort to promote Music and Arts, our Committee is entertaining Scholarship applicants. Do you have a child or grandchild who would love to attend a music camp or workshop to further their musical/arts skills to glorify God? As a rule, this is available to students ages 12-18, however, others will be considered. Email: music.arts@deserthills.org for an application or with questions. The application deadline is April 30, 2021.
Women's Bible Studies Gideon Beginning Thursday, April 22, 10:00 AM via Zoom for the first class Gideon: Your weakness. God’s strength. is a 7 session women's Bible study by Priscilla Shirer. When we hear the name Gideon, most of us think about his 300 soldiers or the fleece he laid out under the evening sky. But Gideon’s story is so much bigger than that—bigger than any one man and his mark on Israel’s history. Like everything else in the Bible, this is a story about God and His people. His love for them, as well as His strength operating in spite of their weakness—even through their weakness.
Armor of God Beginning Monday, April 26, 6:30 PM via Zoom All day, every day, an invisible war rages around you. A cunning, devilish enemy seeks to wreak havoc on everything that matters to you - your emotions, your mind, your family, your future. But...when the enemy meets a woman dressed for the occasion, he fails miserably. Join Priscilla Shirer in a 7-session Bible study that will challenge you to suit up, stand firm, and secure victory in your life. Books may be purchased on Amazon or at Lifeway Christian Books. Please contact Kathleen Harris to register for either of these classes. 602-741-3429 / kharris@deserthills.org
Save the date…
WOMEN’S RETREAT Saturday, May 22, 2021 8:30am-12:00pm at the DHPC Fellowship Center or via Zoom cost is $20 (includes supplies & snacks) Join us for restful fellowship and purposeful time in God’s Word! The works of the LORD are great. - Psalm 111:2 Register via email blast, website: www.deserthills.org or call the church office (480) 488-3384 Deadline for registration is May 2nd.
The Fellowship Committee is excited to welcome back …
Healthy Cooking with Deb Zoom Cooking Class with DHPC member, Deb McDermott Deb McDermott is back with more great ideas for healthy cooking, including an easy prep ahead lunch, slow cooked chicken curry and great (and healthy) snacks. All gluten, grain free and delicious! Tuesday Zoom Classes Begin at 11:00am April 27th "Easy Prep Ahead Lunch" Mason Jar Power Salad, Homemade Crunchy Salad Toppers, Chocolate Dome Cookies May 4th "Dinner & Salad" Slow Cooker Chicken Vegetable Curry, Gluten Free Naan, Cucumber Skin Beauty Salad May 11th "Snacks" Granola Snack Mix, Low Carb Crackers, Veggie Sticks & Tzatziki Dip To RSVP and to obtain the Zoom invite, recipes & ingredient lists, please call the Church Office at (480) 488-3384. page 8
Fourth (Mostly) Annual “Fun and Fellowship” Golf Outing at The Boulders Wednesday, May 5th Tee times begin at 11:50 AM and last for as many foursomes as we can fill. The cost is $125 plus tax for 18 holes at the award-winning Boulders South golf course. Contact Bill Billard, at 480-595-2266, billard1@cox.net , or sign up on the patio between services. You will be placed in foursomes and assigned a tee time. (Let Bill know if you have preferences when you sign up). This golf outing is strictly for fun and Christian Fellowship. There are no prizes, no rules, no requirements. You don’t even have to keep score. Just go out in a cart with a set of golf clubs and enjoy the fellowship of a group of believers from our church. Invite your friends for a fun day of Fun and Fellowship on the links!
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DHPC CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Classes are held during the 9:30am Sunday worship service. Parents may check-in their children 15 minutes prior to service start times.
PRESCHOOL (0-5 years of age) located upstairs in the Sanctuary building and
ELEMENTARY (1st-5th grade) located in the Fellowship Center hallway classrooms Questions? Please contact Chris Haidet, Director of Family & Student Ministries at (480) 329-7097 / chaidet@deserthills.org
For more details... contact DHPC Member, Allan Watson #(309) 255-2537 allanlw@msn.com
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CALENDAR Blue=Zoom Video Meeting Red=Live Stream on YouTube Green=Youth
Sunday, Apr 25 Tuesday, Apr 27 7:15am Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 11:00am Healthy Cooking w/ Deb 8:00am Traditional (Sanctuary) 4:00pm Desert Disciples (Adm #109) 9:30am Traditional (Sanctuary) 4:30pm Strength Training for Women 9:30am Worship (Streaming) (FC #216) 9:30am Student Impact (grades 6-12) 6:00pm Women’s AA (FC #215) assist w/ Sunday School (FC #215) 6:30pm Boy Scout’s Mtg. (FC #216) 9:30am Children’s Worship 7:00pm Missions Committee (age 0-5) (Sanctuary bldg. classrooms) Wednesday, Apr 28 (grade 1-5) (FC hallway classrooms) 7:00am Men’s Bible Study (Adm 11:00am Traditional (Sanctuary) #109 & Zoom) 11:00am Worship (Streaming) 9:30am Engage Bible Study (FC #216) 4:00pm Student Ministry Service 1:00pm Divine Stitcherhood (FC #201) (FC #209/210) 6:00pm Handbell Choir Rehearsal Monday, Apr 26 (Sanctuary) 7:30am Bible Study Group (Library) 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal 9:00am Bulletin Announcement Deadline (Sanctuary & Zoom) 9:45am Women’s Bible Study Thursday, Apr 29 12:30pm Prayer Gathering 10:00am Women’s Bible Study 1:00pm Children’s Ministry Mtg. 4:00pm Grief Support Group (FC classrooms) (FC#201) 3:30pm Traditional Worship Task Friday, Apr 30 Force Mtg. (Adm #109) 9:30am CODA Mtg. (FC #215) 4:30pm DHPCF Subcommittee Mtg. 10:00am Discipleship Group (Library) (Narthex #1) 6:30pm Women’s Bible Study 4:00pm Newcomer AA (FC #215) 4:30pm Coed AA (FC #216)
Worship Schedule 8:00 am - Traditional Worship - Sanctuary 9:30 am - Traditional Worship - Sanctuary & STREAMING 11:00 am - Traditional Worship - Sanctuary Notice: Some of our worship services are regularly video recorded and posted online. If you have a concern, please contact the church office.
Saturday, May 1 8:00am Men’s Bible Study (Adm #109 & Zoom) Sunday, May 2 7:15am Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 9:30am Pastor Brett Class (Adm #104) 8:00am Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:30am Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:30am Worship (Streaming) 9:30am Student Impact (grades 6-12) assist w/ Sunday School (FC #215)
9:30am
Children’s Worship (age 0-5) (Sanctuary bldg. classrooms) (grade 1-5) (FC hallway classrooms)
11:00am Traditional (Sanctuary) 4:00pm Student Ministry Service (FC#209/210)
Weekly reservations are still required to attend. New Mask requirements effective Sunday, April 18: 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM- masks/face shields are required (With the exception of children age 5 and under who must remain with guardians at all times).
11:00 AM- masks/face shields are recommended but not required
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