9:00am SERVICE August 9, 2020 MORE PEOPLE, MORE LIKE CHRIST
Nothing outside a person can defile them by going into them. Rather, it is what comes out of a person that defiles them. -
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
SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY August 9, 2020, 9:00am
PRELUDE
Alamanda Bruynsmedelijn Natalie Mealey, organ
S. Scheidt
*CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People:
We do not live by bread alone, But by every word that proceeds from the mouth of the Lord. We gather together that the Word of God may enter our hearts, And His word will renew and restore us. We gather that our hearts might be filled with the Spirit of the Lord For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of. May our hearts, mouths, and lives bring glory and praise to the Lord. In my life Lord, be glorified!
I Sing the Mighty Power of God 1. I sing the mighty pow'r of God That made the mountains rise, That spread the flowing seas abroad, And built the lofty skies. I sing the wisdom that ordained The sun to rule the day; The moon shines full at His command And all the stars obey.
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2. I sing the goodness of the Lord That filled the earth with food; He formed the creatures with His word And then pronounced them good. Lord, how Thy wonders are displayed Where'er I turn my eye: If I survey the ground I tread Or gaze upon the sky!
3. There's not a plant or flow'r below But makes Thy glories known; And clouds arise and tempests blow By order from Thy throne; While all that borrows life from Thee Is ever in Thy care, And everywhere that man can be, Thou, God, art present there. *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 2
*GLORY BE TO THE FATHER 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.
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PRAYER OF CONFESSION Be gracious to us, O God, according to Your loving kindness. According to the greatness of Your compassion, blot out our transgressions. Wash us thoroughly from our iniquities, and cleanse us from sin. Create in us a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within us. Do not cast us away from Your presence, and do not take Your Holy Spirit from us. Restore to us the joy of Your salvation and sustain us with a willing spirit. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. ASSURANCE OF PARDON (2 Corinthians 1:21-22) Leader:
All:
It is God who makes us stand firm in Christ. He anointed us, set his seal of ownership on us, and put his Spirit in our hearts as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come. Therefore, let us assure one another of God's pardon. In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Thanks be to God.
ANTHEM
O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee Summer Choir
arr. Gilbert Martin
O Master, let me walk with Thee In lowly paths of service free. Tell me Thy secret; help me bear The strain of toil, the fret of care.
Teach me Thy patience; still with Thee In closer, dearer company, In work that keeps faith sweet and strong, In trust that triumphs over wrong.
Help me the slow of heart to move By some clear, winning word of love. Teach me the wayward feet to stay, And guide them in the homeward way.
In hope that sends a shining ray Far down the future's broad'ning way. In peace that only Thou canst give, With Thee, O Master, let me live.
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. SCRIPTURE
Mark 7:1-13
The Pharisees and some of the teachers of the law who had come from Jerusalem gathered around Jesus and saw some of his disciples eating food with hands that were defiled, that is, unwashed. (The Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless they give their hands a ceremonial washing, holding to the tradition of the elders. When they come from the marketplace they do not eat unless they wash. And they observe many other traditions, such as the washing of cups, pitchers and kettles.)
So the Pharisees and teachers of the law asked Jesus, “Why don’t your disciples live according to the tradition of the page 3
elders instead of eating their food with defiled hands?” He replied, “Isaiah was right when he prophesied about you hypocrites; as it is written: “‘These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. They worship me in vain; their teachings are merely human rules.’ You have let go of the commands of God and are holding on to human traditions.” And he continued, “You have a fine way of setting aside the commands of God in order to observe your own traditions! For Moses said, ‘Honor your father and mother,’ and, ‘Anyone who curses their father or mother is to be put to death.’ But you say that if anyone declares that what might have been used to help their father or mother is Corban (that is, devoted to God)— then you no longer let them do anything for their father or mother. Thus you nullify the word of God by your tradition that you have handed down. And you do many things like that.” 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
O for a Heart to Praise My God 1. O for a heart to praise my God, A heart from sin set free, A heart that always feels Thy blood So freely shed for me.
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2. A heart in every thought renewed And full of love divine; Perfect and right and pure and good, A copy, Lord, of Thine!
3. Thy nature, gracious Lord, impart; Come quickly from above. Write Thy new name upon my heart, Thy new, best name of Love. OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OFFERTORY
Nearer, My God, to Thee Jeffrey Anthony, saxophone; Natalie Mealey, piano
DOXOLOGY #815
arr. Mark Albrecht
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
Mark 7:14-23
SERMON
“WHAT DEFILES A PERSON”
Rev. Jim Noble
*HYMN
Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart
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1. Rejoice, ye pure in heart; Rejoice, give thanks, and sing. Your festal banner wave on high The cross of Christ, your King.
2. With all the angel choirs, With all the saints on earth, Pour out the strains of joy and bliss, True rapture, noblest mirth! Refrain
Refrain: Rejoice, rejoice, Rejoice, give thanks, and sing!
5. Praise God Who reigns on high, The Lord Whom we adore; The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost One God forevermore. Refrain
*BENEDICTION
& RESPONSE
Now unto Him
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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
Ciacona in c, BuxWV 159 Natalie Mealey, organ
D. Buxtehude
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Scripture for August 16th Mark 7:24-30 Mark 7:31-37
TODAY’S Flowers have been provided by Laurie Gusho in loving memory of Wayne and Rani Gusho.
PRAYER REQUESTS ASSISTED LIVING & HOMEBOUND: Richard Conrad(12), Anne Wellington(9), Jeanne Frank(10), Ed Jensen(7), Don Paisley(10), Ruth Johnston(12), Lloyd Ferguson(6) HEALING: Terry Sambor (8), Van Jones (7), Mattie Paul, Steve Haver (13), Hugh Shoults (7), Jane Rau (17), Richard Cook (8), Barbara Purnell (13), Will Broxterman, Jim Shaw (9), Marge Sutton(1), Doug McFetters(9), Len Gilchrist (10), Bill Allen (3), Jackie Badger(18), Ruth Blakeslee(8), John Dinsdale(9), Nathan Harber, Geni Miller(4) (#) Indicates Parish Shepherd number.
MILITARY: 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? Prayer cards are located in each pew pocket and around the campus or you may submit your prayer request online at deserthills.org. The spread of the coronavirus across the world and our country has created an incredibly stressful environment for all of us, especially those with underlying health conditions. Because we are socially isolated and the media bombards us with the latest numbers on COVID-19 cases and deaths, we experience a roller coaster of emotions. Our reactions can fluctuate from disbelief, denial, anxiety, fear, anger, and even depression. If you’d like someone to talk with, our team members would be glad to visit with you by phone or in person.
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ELEVATOR NOW WORKING The exterior elevator near the Fellowship Center building is now working. Thank you for your patience in using alternate accesses while we made the necessary repairs.
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WANT MORE PRAYER? Every Monday at 12:30pm the Prayer Team prays specific prayer requests. To request prayer, click the “Request Prayer” tab at www.deserthills.org, or call the church office at 480.488.3384. For urgent prayer or confidential one-on-one prayer, contact a staff member or contact a Prayer Team member.
JOIN the Prayer Team! Come alongside in praying requests via Zoom on Mondays at 12:30pm. Contact Cathy Hoxie or Amy Woods to add your contact information to the Zoom meeting. Prayer Team - Rolene Dinsdale: 480.236.7822, Cathy Hoxie: 510.207.1544, Pat Nichols: 480.595.5751, Carolyn Oates: 480.620.6734, Betsy Swenson: 203.912.8615, Amy Woods: 480.213.3677.
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CALENDAR Sunday, August 9 8:15am Choir Rehearsal 9:00am Student Ministry (FC #216) 9:00am Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:00am Worship 10:30am Gathering (Fellowship Center)
Tuesday, August 11 2:30pm Adult Discipleship Meeting 6:30pm Session Meeting
Saturday, August 15 7:45am Saturday Morning Saints
Wednesday, August 12 7:00am Men’s Bible Study 5:00pm MUSICIANS Meeting
Monday, August 10 9:00am Bulletin Announcement Deadline 10:00am Women’s Bible Study 12:30pm Prayer Group
Thursday, August 13 10:00am Women’s Bible Study 5:30pm Chaplaincy for the Homeless Mtg.
Sunday, August 16 9:00am Student Ministry (FC #216) 8:15am Choir Rehearsal 9:00am Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:00am Worship 10:30am Gathering (Fellowship Center) 12:00pm Student Ministry Parent Mtg. (FC #216)
Friday, August 14 No Events Scheduled
Notice regarding…
CHURCH MAILING ADDRESS The church has discontinued its Carefree Post Office Box. Please send all church-related mail to our physical address:
34605 N.Tom Darlington Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85266
SUMMER SUNDAY SERVICE TIMES 9:00am Traditional 10:30am The Gathering Please contact the church office WEEKLY to make a reservation: admin@deserthills.org or (480) 488-3384
The Session is continuing its policy that masks or face shields are required for everyone who attends worship with the exception of children age five and under (who must remain with guardians at all times). A mask or face shield must be worn when you are entering the building, during the worship service and the entire time you are on the church campus. (bring one from home or one will be provided). For those who are unable to wear a mask or face shield due to medical reasons, The Session feels that you are safer at home.
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