8:30am/11:00am SERVICE June 7, 2020 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
SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY Trinity Sunday June 7, 2020, 8:30am and 11:00am
Variations on Holy, Holy, Holy Jeffrey Anthony, organ
Piet Post
* CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader:
God calls us from the chaos of life. God calls us to observe the Sabbath and renew our strength in the Spirit of God. The Lord calls out, “Comfort! O comfort my people!” We hear God’s call, and with all our hearts we respond, “Here I am, Lord.” Let us prepare our hearts for worship in prayer.
1. Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee. Holy, holy, holy! merciful and mighty! God in three Persons, blessed Trinity!
3. Holy, holy, holy! tho' the darkness hide Thee, Tho' the eye of sinful man Thy glory may not see. Only Thou art holy—there is none beside Thee, Perfect in pow'r, in love, in purity.
2. Holy, holy, holy! all the saints adore Thee, Casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea. Cherubim and seraphim falling down before Thee, Which wert, and art, and evermore shalt be.
4. Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty All Thy works shall praise Thy name in earth, and sky, and sea. Holy, holy, holy! merciful and mighty! God in three Persons, blessed Trinity!
*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. *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 Merciful God, guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus and grant us your peace, so that we may be of service to you in these times. Thank you for the times in the past when you gave us words of wisdom, that brought comfort, healing, and reconciliation. Thank you also for the visions and words of knowledge that you gave to us, enabling us to find solutions and the way to further your Kingdom. Please provide these to us now, so that we may know how to seek justice, love kindness, and walk humbly together with you our God. Search us and try us, O Lord, and if there is anything in us that we need to repent of or to work to change, please make it clear to us, and give us the power to make things new. Forgive us for speaking when we should have listened, for being silent when we should have spoken up, for acting without discussing, and discussing without ever acting. We pray this especially in our relationships with each other across the races asking that you remove from the world the sin of racism. Lord, make us one as you are one. 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
Healer of Our Every Ill
Refrain: Healer of our every ill, light of each tomorrow, give us peace beyond our fear, and hope beyond our sorrow.
3. Give us strength to love each other, every sister, every brother; Spirit of all kindness, be our guide. Refrain
1. You who know our fears and sadness, grace us with your peace and gladness; Spirit of all comfort, fill our hearts. Refrain 2. In the pain and joy beholding how your grace is still unfolding, give us all your vision, God of love.
Marty Haugen
4. You who know each thought and feeling, teach us all your way of healing; Spirit of compassion, fill each heart. Refrain
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. SCRIPTURE
Mark 2:18-22
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Now John’s disciples and the Pharisees were fasting. Some people came and asked Jesus, “How is it that John’s disciples and the disciples of the Pharisees are fasting, but yours are not?” 19 Jesus answered, “How can the guests of the bridegroom fast while he is with them? They cannot, so long as they have him with them. 20 But the time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from them, and on that day they will fast. 21 “No one sews a patch of unshrunk cloth on an old garment. Otherwise, the new piece will pull away from the old, making the tear worse. 22 And no one pours new wine into old wineskins. Otherwise, the wine will burst the skins, and both the wine and the wineskins will be ruined. No, they pour new wine into new wineskins.” Leader: This is the word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God!
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[8:30am] ORDINATION & INSTALLATION OF NEW ELDERS VIDEO
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
Fairest Lord Jesus
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1. Fairest Lord Jesus, ruler of all nature, O thou of God and man the Son, Thee will I cherish, Thee will I honor, thou, my soul's glory, joy, and crown.
3. Fair is the sunshine, fairer still the moonlight, and all the twinkling starry host: Jesus shines brighter, Jesus shines purer than all the angels heav’n can boast.
2. Fair are the meadows, fairer still the woodlands, robed in the blooming garb of spring: Jesus is fairer, Jesus is purer who makes the woeful heart to sing.
4. Beautiful Savior! Lord of all the nations! Son of God and Son of Man! Glory and honor, praise, adoration, now and forevermore be thine.
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OFFERTORY
I Danced in the Morning
Sydney Carter
1. I danced in the morning when the world was begun, and I danced in the moon and the stars and the sun, and I came down from heaven and I danced on the earth. At Bethlehem I had my birth.
3. I danced on the Sabbath and I cured the lame, the holy people said it was a shame; they whipped and they stripped and they hung me on high; and they left me there on a cross to die. Refrain
Refrain: Dance, then, wherever you may be; I am the Lord of the Dance, said he. And I'll lead you all, wherever you may be, and I'll lead you all in the Dance, said he.
4. I danced on a Friday when the sky turned black; it's hard to dance with the devil on your back; they buried my body and they thought I'd gone, but I am the Dance and I still go on. Refrain
2. I danced for the scribe and the Pharisee, but they would not dance and they would not follow me; I danced for the fishermen, for James and John; they came with me and the Dance went on. Refrain
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5. They cut me down and I leapt up high, I am the life that'll never, never die; I'll live in you if you'll live in me; I am the Lord of the Dance said he. Refrain
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 4
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION SCRIPTURE
Mark 2:23-3:6
SERMON
“THE LORD OF THE SABBATH”
*HYMN
Rev. Jim Noble
Come Thou Almighty King
1. Come, Thou Almighty King. Help us Thy name to sing; Help us to praise. Father all glorious, O'er all victorious, Come, and reign over us, Ancient of Days.
3. Come, Holy Comforter, Thy sacred witness bear In this glad hour. Thou, who almighty art, Now rule in ev'ry heart And ne'er from us depart, Spirit of pow'r.
2. Come, Thou Incarnate Word, Gird on Thy mighty sword; Our prayer attend. Come, and Thy people bless, And give Thy word success. Spirit of holiness, On us descend.
4. To Thee, great One in Three, Eternal praises be, Hence evermore; Thy sov'reign majesty May we in glory see, And to eternity Love and adore.
*BENEDICTION
& RESPONSE
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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
Toccata from Suite Gothique Susan Constance, organ
Boëllmann
The EPC has called Monday, June 8th a day to Lament, Fast and Pray. For more information please see their website link: https://epc.org/news/june8lamentfastingprayer/ In support of the EPC’s directive, DHPC is assembling additional resources to be provided soon.
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Scripture for June 14th
Today’s Flowers have been provided by Allan & Joyce Watson in celebration of their 53rd Wedding Anniversary.
Mark 3:7-19 Mark 3:20-35
PRAYER REQUESTS ASSISTED LIVING & HOMEBOUND: Anne Wellington(9), Jeanne Frank(10), Ed Jensen(7), Don Paisley(10), Ruth Johnston(12), Lloyd Ferguson(6) HEALING: 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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JUNE WISH LIST CREAM SOUP, LYSOL WIPES, DISPOSABLE MASKS, HAND SANITIZER, JELLY, BOTTLED JUICE, CANNED FRUIT, BAGGED BEANS, SUGAR
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COVENANT GROUPS FORMING for SUMMER Is your Home (Covenant) Group taking a break for Summer but YOU want to keep the fellowship and Bible study going? or... Not sure if you want to make a long term commitment to a Home Group? THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY! DHPC is currently forming “Summer Only” Home Groups – to meet in person or via Zoom. If you would like to join the fun, please contact Brett Everett at beverett@deserthills.org. Groups will be formed soon!
ZOOM MEETINGS A Zoom Meeting account has been created for any group to access should they desire to meet online. Please contact our Office Manager (admin@deserthills.org), or Kathleen Harris (kharris@deserthills.org), or Brett Everett beverett@deserthills.org) to schedule a meeting for your group. *DISCLAIMER: Any online meeting platform has its risks. Zoom is no exception. However, the company has been responsive to privacy and security concerns and has corrected some of the known issues. Please do not join a meeting however, if you do not feel comfortable with this platform. All Bible Studies, book studies and home groups are encouraged to meet via Facetime, Skype or other electronic means. Leaders may still, for example, provide lessons, questions, devotionals, etc. to keep their groups engaged. Please contact Pastor Brett at beverett@deserthills.org if you have questions as to how to set these up.
SUNDAY SERVICE TIMES Please contact the church office WEEKLY to make a reservation: admin@deserthills.org or (480) 488-3384
8:30am Traditional 9:45am The Gathering 11:00am Traditional Doors open 15 minutes before each service. page 7
Do you ever feel weighed down with worry?
Does the uncertainty and chaos of life keep you up at night? Does all that you and others have endured as a result of COVID-19, or thoughts relating to leaving your home, or what our new “norm” might be have a hold on you? Are you in need of some calm?
Join Pastor Brett for a 5-Week Online Zoom Study Wednesdays from 10-11am, starting May 27th Pastor Brett will be leading an online study that centers around Max Lucado’s series Anxious for Nothing and dealing with Philippians 4:4-8. Through it, participants will be encouraged to overcome anxiety in these troubling days by viewing bad news through the lens of God’s sovereignty.
Participants will be encouraged to watch a 20 minute video using RightNow Media prior to each lesson that will help to flesh out our Philippians text under study. There is no book to be purchased. Those who wish to participate, please contact Pastor Brett at beverett@deserthills.org or 480-488-3384. If you have not yet set up your FREE access to our church’s RightNow Media library, visit https://www.rightnowmedia.org/Account/Invite/DesertHills and SIGN UP TODAY!
MESSAGE FROM FINANCE COMMITTEE... A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has continued to support the church financially. We are blessed to have such a generous church family. At this time our receipts and expenses are within the normal range for this time of year. In addition, the church has applied for and received money on May 1st from the CARES Act Payroll Protection Plan. This money ($112,000) will be used to assist with salaries. It is classified as a loan and all or part may be forgiven. The $112,000 number was based on a calculation of the average adjusted monthly 2019 personnel expenses times a 2 ½ month period. Yes we are truly blessed.
- Thank you from Your Finance Committee
MESSAGE FROM DHPC ACCOUNTANT... Thank you for your financial support during these difficult times. DHPC members are encouraged to mail their pledges. The Finance team will be checking the post office box and the physical mailbox while the church office is closed. DHPC does not offer an electronic offering option. This decision was made for two reasons. First, the monthly and per transaction fee to the church would reduce the offering amount. Second, parishioners can elect on-line bill pay through their banking institution at no fee to them or the church. If you would like to set up automatic donations contact your bank. You will need to provide them DHPC's address (P.O. Box 874 Carefree, AZ 85377) your account number and your first and last name. - Bobi Tomlon, Controller, Desert Hills Presbyterian Church, 480-488-3384
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CALENDAR Sunday, June 7th 8:30am Traditional (Sanctuary) 8:30am Worship 9:45am Gathering (Fellowship Center) 11:00am Traditional (Sanctuary)
Thursday, June 11th 10:00am Women’s Bible Study
Monday, June 8th 9:00am Bulletin Announcement Deadline 10:00am Women’s Bible Study 2:30pm Board of Deacons Meeting
Saturday, June 13th 7:45am Saturday Morning Saints
Tuesday, June 9th 10:45am DHPC Foundation Meeting 6:30pm Session Meeting
Friday, June 12th No events scheduled.
Sunday, June 14th 8:30am Traditional (Sanctuary) 8:30am Worship 9:45am Gathering (Fellowship Center) 11:00am Traditional (Sanctuary)
Wednesday, 10th 10:00am “Anxious for Nothing” Study
Thank you for generously supporting the work of Christ’s kingdom through ministries of the DHPC Foundation. Your gifts touch lives in the name of the living Christ every day.
Plant a tree for your great-grandchildren to climb. Remember the DHPC Foundation in your estate plans.
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