8:15/9:45AM Service February 21, 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 February 21, 2021, 8:15/9:45AM
PRELUDE
Sonata II: Fuga Natalie Mealey, organ
Felix Mendelssohn
*CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader:
HYMN #403
Come, with undivided attention, to meet God, who calls you away from old routines. Our souls wait for God in silence. Our hope is in God, our rock and our salvation. Come without anxiety or fear, for God cares for you. We come with devotion to our Lord, in whom time is fulfilled and life has meaning. Let us seek the Lord in prayer.
Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
1. Christ is made the sure foundation, Christ the head and cornerstone, Chosen of the Lord and precious, Binding all the Church in one, Holy Zion's help forever, And her confidence alone.
3. Here vouchsafe to all Thy servants What they ask of Thee to gain, What they gain from Thee forever With the blessed to retain, And hereafter in Thy glory Evermore with Thee to reign.
2. To this temple, where we call Thee, Come, O Lord of hosts, today. With accustomed loving-kindness, Hear Thy people as they pray, And Thy fullest benediction Shed within its walls alway.
4. Laud and honor to the Father, Laud and honor to the Son, Laud and honor to the Spirit; Ever Three and ever One. One in might, and One in glory While unending ages run.
*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 (from Psalm 51) Have mercy on us, O God, according to your steadfast love. According to your abundant mercy blot out our transgressions. Wash us thoroughly from our iniquity, and cleanse us from our sin. For we know our transgressions, and our sin is ever before us. Against you, you alone, have we sinned, and done what is evil in your sight. Create in us a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right 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, through Jesus Christ our Lord. 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
On Jordan’s Stormy Banks I Stand Chancel Choir
arr. R. MacIntosh
On Jordan's stormy banks I stand, And cast a wishful eye To Canaan's fair and happy land, Where my possessions lie.
No chilling winds or pois'nous breath Can reach that healthful shore; Sickness and sorrow, pain and death, Are felt and feared no more. Refrain
Refrain: I am bound for the Promised Land; I am bound for the Promised Land. O who will come and go with me? I am bound for the Promised Land.
When shall I reach that happy place, And be forever blest? When I shall see my Father's face, And in His bosom rest? Refrain
All o'er those wide extended plains Shines one eternal day; There God the Son forever reigns, And scatters night away. Refrain 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
Numbers 13:1-2 &17-25
The Lord said to Moses, “Send some men to explore the land of Canaan, which I am giving to the Israelites. From each ancestral tribe send one of its leaders.” When Moses sent them to explore Canaan, he said, “Go up through the Negev and on into the hill country. See what the land is like and whether the people who live there are strong or weak, few or many. What kind of land do they live in? Is it good or bad? What kind of towns do they live in? Are they unwalled or fortified? How is the soil? Is it fertile or poor? Are there trees in it or not? Do your best to bring back some of the fruit of the land.” (It was the season for the first ripe grapes.) So they went up and explored the land from the Desert of Zin as far as Rehob, toward Lebo Hamath. They went up through the Negev and came to Hebron, where Ahiman, Sheshai and Talmai, the descendants of Anak, lived. (Hebron had been built seven years before Zoan in Egypt.) When they reached the Valley of Eshkol, they cut off a branch bearing a single cluster of grapes. Two of them carried it on a pole between them, along with some pomegranates and figs. That place was called the Valley of Eshkol because of the cluster of grapes the Israelites cut off there. At the end of forty days they returned from exploring the land. 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 #575
Leaning On the Everlasting Arms
1. What a fellowship, what a joy divine, leaning on the everlasting arms. What a blessedness, what a peace is mine, Leaning on the everlasting arms.
2. O how sweet to walk in this pilgrim way, Leaning on the everlasting arms; O how bright the path grows from day to day, Leaning on the everlasting arms. Refrain
Refrain: Leaning, leaning, Safe and secure from all alarms; Leaning, leaning, Leaning on the everlasting arms.
3. What have I to dread, what have I to fear, Leaning on the everlasting arms? I have blessed peace with my Lord so near, Leaning on the everlasting arms. Refrain
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OFFERTORY
Irlandaise Joshua Barnes, violin
DOXOLOGY #815
Claude Bolling
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 page 5
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION SCRIPTURE
Numbers 13:26-33
SERMON
“DARE TO BE NEW: FROM SLAVERY TO FREEDOM”
*HYMN #526
Rev. Jim Noble
The Solid Rock
1. My hope is built on nothing less Than Jesus' blood and righteousness; I dare not trust the sweetest frame, But wholly lean on Jesus' name.
3. His oath, His covenant, His blood, Support me in the whelming flood; When all around my soul gives way, He then is all my hope and stay. Refrain
Refrain: On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand; All other ground is sinking sand, All other ground is sinking sand.
4. When He shall come with trumpet sound, O may I then in Him be found; Dressed in His righteousness alone, Faultless to stand before the throne. Refrain
2. When darkness veils His lovely face, I rest on His unchanging grace; In every high and stormy gale, My anchor holds within the veil. Refrain *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
Prelude in G Minor, BuxWV 149 Natalie Mealey, organ
Dietrich Buxtehude
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Today’s Flowers have been provided by Marjorie Sutton in memory of her husband Marv Bulgatz. Scripture for Feb. 28th
Exodus 20:1-11 Exodus 32:1-10
PRAYER REQUESTS ASSISTED LIVING & HOMEBOUND: Anne Wellington(9), Jeanne Frank(10), Ed Jensen(7), Don Paisley(10), Ruth Johnston(12), Lloyd Ferguson(6) HEALING: Tom Purnell(13), Fowler Knight (Tonya Jone’s niece), Ed Morgan (n/a), Binka Schwan (4), Judie Preston (7), Hugh Shoults (7), Susan Constance (17), Josh McQueen (6), Darryl Menard (16), Rev. Dave Phillips, Terry Sambor (8), Mattie Paul, Steve Haver (13), Hugh Shoults (7), Jane Rau (17), Barbara Purnell (13), Will Broxterman, Jim Shaw (9), Doug McFetters(9), Bill Allen(3), Ruth Blakeslee(8), John Dinsdale(9), Nathan Harber, (#) Indicates Parish Shepherd number. MILITARY: 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.
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
Save the date!
ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
HYGIENE KIT DONATIONS NEEDED DHPC continues to donate 120-130 kits each month to Phoenix homeless through our mission with Chaplaincy for the Homeless. The following NEW, UNOPENED ITEMS in TRAVEL SIZE are needed: * 2 oz. can shaving cream * shampoo * packaged/boxed toothbrushes * socks * 1oz. tubes of toothpaste * washcloths * razors * chapstick
Sunday, February 28, 2021 at 4:00pm in the Sanctuary Hard copies of the Annual Report are available for pick-up today in the narthex and Fellowship Center. Please limit one copy per household. A digital copy of the report will be made available via an eblast and on the church website: deserthills.org In addition to the presentation of the Annual Report, the following people will be up for election as Deacons: Pat Nichols - Service Deacon Ministry and Rolene Dinsdale - Equipping Deacon Ministry.
NEW DAILY BREAD & LENTEN DEVOTIONAL BOOKLETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICK-UP MARCH WISH LIST We are no longer able to break down flour, sugar or any other bulk items with the exception of coffee and pet food. We still need these critical items, just in smaller packaging.
You may also make a monetary donation to help us purchase these items in bulk. Checks may be written to DHPC. (please specify in the check memo box: “Hygiene Kit Collection, ID #84010”)
Jelly, Cream Soup, Pasta Sides, Bottled Juice, Sugar(smaller sizes please), Canned Fruit, Canned Tuna & Chicken
Questions? Contact John Thurston #(480) 220-6685
Thank you and God Bless! Questions? Contact Shirley Klein (623) 465-9246 shirleymklein@gmail.com
WHO:
DHPC Troop Care Ministry in partnership with the Air Force Aid Society
WHAT:
Will be collecting Walmart and grocery store gift cards in the amounts of $10, $15, and $20
WHEN:
2/7, 2/14, and 2/21 (cut off for accepting gift cards is 2/28)
WHERE:
Box, marked “3rd Annual Gift Card Drive”, in back of sanctuary and fellowship center
WHY:
A Senior Airman (E-4), with dependents, has a take home pay of approximately $550 per week and the emergency assistance provided by the Air Force Aid Society is sometimes not enough page 8
DHPC CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Classes are held during the 9:45am & 11:10am Sunday worship services. Parents may check-in their children 15 minutes prior to service start times.
CLASSES START THIS WEEK! The Fellowship Committee is excited to present... PRESCHOOL (0-5 years of age) located upstairs in the Sanctuary building and
Epicurean Delights Zoom Cooking Classes with DHPC member, Ed Nichols Extend your culinary skills and enjoy guidance on a Zoom get-together with an amazing and patient “chef”, Ed Nichols!!!
Tuesday Zoom Classes Begin at 11:00am Feb. 23rd Steak Diane - dinner for two - a menu for a special occasion ELEMENTARY (1st-5th grade) located in the Fellowship Center hallway classrooms During your first visit, as you arrive at the Children’s Area in each building, you will be greeted by a DHPC leader eager to meet your family, answer questions and to show you how check-in works. And because we value safety, we will need some information from you at that time, including family member’s name, child’s name & birthdate, address, phone number and any special instructions (allergies, etc).
March 2nd Fishy Business - a fish dinner sure to please March 9th Dessert Delights - desserts to top off any fine meal March 16th More Dessert Delights! To RSVP, obtain the Zoom invite, recipes & ingredient lists, please call the Church Office at (480) 488-3384.
Questions? Please contact Chris Haidet, Director of Family & Student Ministries at (480) 329-7097 / chaidet@deserthills.org
Keep up with all the latest at DHPC via our website…
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CALENDAR Blue=Zoom Video Meeting Red=Live Stream on YouTube Green=Youth
Sunday, Feb 21 Tuesday, Feb23 Saturday, Feb 27 7:30am Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 11:00am Epicurean Cooking Class 8:00am Men’s Bible Study 8:15am Traditional (Sanctuary) 4:30pm Strength Training for Women 9:45am Traditional (Sanctuary) (FC #216) Sunday, Feb 28 9:45am Worship (Streaming) 6:00pm Women’s AA (FC #215) 7:30am Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 9:45am Student Impact (grades 6-12) 6:30pm Boy Scout’s Mtg. (FC #216) 8:15am Traditional (Sanctuary) assist w/ Sunday School (FC#215) 7:00pm Mission Committee 9:45am Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:45am Sunday School 9:45am New Member Reception (age 0-5) (Sanctuary bldg.) Wednesday, Feb 24 (Sanctuary) (grade 1-5) (FC hallway classrooms) 7:00am Men’s Bible Study (Adm #109) 9:45am Worship (Streaming) 9:45am “For God So Loved” Adult Class 9:30am Engage Bible Study (FC #216) 9:45am Student Impact (grades 6-12) (Adm #104) & Zoom assist w/ Sunday School (FC#215) 6:00pm Handbell Ensemble (Sanctuary) 11:10am Gathering (Fellowship Center) 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal 9:45am Sunday School 11:10am Sunday School (age 0-5) (Sanctuary bldg.) (Sanctuary & Zoom) (age 0-5) Sanctuary bldg. (grade 1-5) FC hallway classrooms
11:10am “Makers” Adult Class (Adm #109) & Zoom Monday, Feb22 9:00am Bulletin Announcement Deadline 10:00am Women’s Bible Study 12:30pm Prayer Group 6:30pm Women’s Bible Study
(grade 1-5) (FC hallway classrooms)
Thursday, Feb 25 10:00am Lenten Bible Study 1:00pm Outreach Mtg. 4:00pm Grief Support Group (FC#201) 6:30pm Lenten Bible Study
9:45am “For God So Loved” Adult Class (Adm #104) & Zoom 11:10am “Makers” Adult Class (Adm #109) & Zoom 4:00pm Annual Meeting (Sanctuary)
Friday, Feb 26 9:30am CODA Mtg. (FC #215) 4:00pm Newcomer AA (FC #215) 4:30pm Coed AA (Sanctuary)
Worship Schedule 8:15 am - Traditional Worship - Sanctuary 9:45 am - Traditional Worship - Sanctuary & STREAMING Notice: Some of our worship services are regularly video recorded and posted online. If you have a concern, please contact the church office.
Weekly reservations are still required to attend. In addition, 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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