8:15AM/9:45AM Service October 4, 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 October 4, 2020, 8:15AM/9:45AM
PRELUDE
Trio Sonata No. 2: Largo BWV 526 Natalie Mealey, organ
J.S. Bach
*CALL TO WORSHIP from Psalm 103:1-5 Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: People:
Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me. Bless God’s holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget none of His blessings. Who forgives all your sins; Who heals your illnesses; Who redeems your life from the pit; Who crowns you with loving kindness and compassion; Who fills your days with good things. Your strength is renewed like the eagle. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me. Bless God’s holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget none of God’s blessings.
We Give Thee but Thine Own
1. We give Thee but Thine own, Whate'er the gift may be. All that we have is Thine alone A trust, O Lord, from Thee.
William How
2. May we Thy bounties thus As stewards true receive, And gladly as thou blessest us, To Thee our first-fruits give.
3. And we believe thy Word, though dim our faith may be; whate'er for thine we do, O Lord, we do it unto thee. *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 Gracious Lord, our lips often say, “Thy Kingdom Come,” but our hearts are far from seeking Your Kingdom and Your righteousness. We put our hope in other things and other projects, and in the end are surprised at our disappointment. Our actions center on fulfilling our desires and seldom center on preparing the way for Your coming. Renew our faith in Your Kingdom and restore our hope in Your coming. For it is in Christ Jesus that we live and move and have our being. 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.
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 10:17-27
As Jesus started on his way, a man ran up to him and fell on his knees before him. “Good teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” “Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good—except God alone. You know the commandments: ‘You shall not murder, you shall not commit adultery, you shall not steal, you shall not give false testimony, you shall not defraud, honor your father and mother.’ ” “Teacher,” he declared, “all these I have kept since I was a boy.” Jesus looked at him and loved him. “One thing you lack,” he said. “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” At this the man’s face fell. He went away sad, because he had great wealth. Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God!”
The disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said again, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God.” The disciples were even more amazed, and said to each other, “Who then can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.” Leader: This is the word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God! PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
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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 #460
Let Us Break Bread Together
Traditional Spiritual
1. Let us break bread together on our knees; Let us break bread together on our knees; Refrain: When I fall on my knees with my face to the rising sun, O Lord, have mercy on me. 2. Let us drink the cup together on our knees; Let us drink the cup together on our knees; Refrain 3. Let us praise God together on our knees; Let us praise God together on our knees; Refrain OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OFFERTORY
One Bread, One Body Summer Choir
John B. Foley, SJ
Refrain: One bread, one body, one Lord of all, One cup of blessing which we bless. And we, though many, throughout the earth, we are one body in this one Lord. Gentile or Jew, servant or free, woman or man, no more. Refrain Many the gifts, many the works, one in the Lord of all. Refrain DOXOLOGY #815
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 *PRAYER OF DEDICATION
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SCRIPTURE
Mark 10:28-31
SERMON
“KINGDOM STEWARDSHIP”
Rev. Jim Noble
THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER (All who profess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and have been baptized are welcome to partake of the Lord’s Supper. Children who have been baptized and instructed in its meaning are also welcome to partake.) *HYMN #597, vs.1,3, 4 and 5
*BENEDICTION
Take My Life and Let It Be
Havergal/Malan
1. Take my life and let it be Consecrated, Lord, to Thee; Take my moments and my days Let them flow in ceaseless praise, Let them flow in ceaseless praise.
4. Take my silver and my gold Not a mite would I withhold; Take my intellect and use Every pow'r as Thou shalt choose, Every pow'r as Thou shalt choose.
3. Take my voice and let me sing Always, only, for my King; Take my lips and let them be Filled with messages from Thee, Filled with messages from Thee.
5. Take my love - my Lord - I pour At Thy feet its treasure store; Take myself - and I will be Ever, only, all for Thee, Ever, only, all for Thee.
& 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
Toccata in C Major, BWV 564 Natalie Mealey, organ
J.S. Bach
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Scripture for October 11th
Mark 10:32-34 Mark 10:35-45
TODAY’S Flowers are provided by Sara Sebransky in honor of Eleanor Wilcox Rea
Dear DHPC family, Tom and I want to express our appreciation to you for walking alongside us for the last number of months. You have gone above and beyond in demonstrating the love of Christ. I have always helped others; so, it was hard to accept help when we needed it. Throughout the COVID restrictions, you provided meals, transportation to the hospital and doctor appointments, bought and delivered our groceries. You cleaned our house, took our donations to a charity, brought us boxes, packed our belongings, and helped us move. You facilitated discussions about the decision to move or not. You listened and encouraged us through big decisions. You have checked on us with phone calls, emails, and visits. Women on the Walking Beside team treated me with so much respect and courtesy that they served as Christian role models for our family, which has consequently caused a change in behavior. What a gift you have given us in the way you live and serve our Lord. We have never loved a church as much as DHPC! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. -Barbara & Tom Purnell
PRAYER REQUESTS BEREAVEMENT: Prayers for the family of Cari Wolfe. ASSISTED LIVING & HOMEBOUND: Anne Wellington(9), Jeanne Frank(10), Ed Jensen(7), Don Paisley(10), Ruth Johnston(12), Lloyd Ferguson(6) HEALING: Darryl Menard (16), Rev. Dave Phillips, 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), Ruth Blakeslee(8), John Dinsdale(9), Nathan Harber, (#) Indicates Parish Shepherd number.
MILITARY: 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. 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. Barb Conti Joe Gilleland Moon Kahn Shirley Klein Sue Palmer
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OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOXES Boxes are available for pick-up on the patio after services on Sundays through October. Need ideas for what to pack inside your box? Check out the ideas listed in the Echoes, on the website, or go online to https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/what-goes-in-my-shoebox-suggestions/
Questions? Contact John or Mary Denaro (480.488.8979), Heather Everett (480.710.2904), or Rhonda Noble (480.433.2870) page 6
October 6 Recipe Demo: Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice Discussion Topic: What produce is in season now here in AZ? October 13 Recipe Demo: Homemade Salad Dressings Discussion Topic: What fruits and vegetables are most important to buy Organic? The DHPC Fellowship Committee presents…
Plant-Based Cooking with Deb McDermott
Tuesdays, in October from 10-11am via Zoom All are invited to attend these LIVE online cooking demonstrations hosted by member Deb McDermott. To RSVP, obtain Zoom Info and Recipe Instructions, please contact the church office at (480) 488-3384 or admin@deserthills.org
October 20 Recipe Demo: Apple Pear Crumble Dessert Discussion Topic: What are prebiotics and probiotics? October 27 Recipe Demo: Spiralized Vegetable “Pasta” with Avocado Cucumber Sauce Discussion Topic: What are some of your favorite kitchen tools? Questions? Contact Pat Christopherson (480) 515-4330 / christopherson@cox.net Looking for an in-depth Bible Study?
Why not try Engage Bible Study? Wednesdays, 9:30 -11:30 AM starting October 7, 2020-April 28, 2021. Join us and discover the peace of meeting The God of the Bible in the pages of His Word. Engage Bible studies take you verse by verse into the richness of Scriptures in ways that impact your heart and illumine your mind. The apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans clearly presents the many facets of God’s grace available to all because all have sinned. In this 30-lesson indepth study, you will engage with transforming truths about who God is, what He has done, and why He loves us. You will discover the secret to living in the Holy Spirit’s power. This is a Co-Ed Class. For more information or to register, contact Kathleen Harris at (602) 741-3429 / kharris@deserthills.org
A Study of the Letters of John Please join the Monday morning Women’s Bible Study for a 13 week study of the Letters of John beginning Monday, October 12th, at 10 am via Zoom Meeting.
For further information contact: Cathy Hoxie at... 510-207-1544 / choxie512@gmail.com page 7
CALENDAR Blue=Zoom Video Meeting Red=Live Stream on YouTube SM=Student Ministry Sunday, October 4 7:30am Choir Rehearsal 8:15am Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:45am Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:45am Worship (Streaming) 9:45am SM Class (FC #212-215) 11:10am Gathering (Fellowship Center) 2:00pm Attributes of God class Monday, October 5 9:00am Bulletin Announcement Deadline 10:00am Women’s Bible Study 12:30pm Prayer Group 6:00pm Personnel Committee
Tuesday, October 6 10:00am Plant-Based Cooking 10:00am Staff Meeting (Adm #109) 1:00pm Chaplaincy Hygiene Kits (basement) 6:00pm Women’s AA (FC #215)
Friday, October 9 4:00pm Newcomer AA (FC #215) 4:30pm Coed AA (FC #216) Saturday, October 10 7:45am Saturday Morning Saints 10:00am Hoxie Discipleship Group
Wednesday, October 7 7:00am Men’s Bible Study 9:30am Engage Bible Study (FC #216)
Sunday, October 11 7:30am Choir Rehearsal 8:15am Traditional (Sanctuary) Thursday, October 8 9:45am Traditional (Sanctuary) 10:00pm Women’s Bible Study 9:45am Worship (Streaming) 5:30pm Chaplaincy Committee Mtg 9:45am SM Class (FC #212-215) 6:30pm Gathering Rehearsal (FC#216) 11:10am Gathering (Fellowship Center) 2:00pm Attributes of God class
Worship Schedule 8:15 am - Traditional Worship - Sanctuary 9:45 am - Traditional Worship - Sanctuary & STREAMING 11:10 am - The Gathering Worship - Fellowship Center
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.
OCTOBER WISH LIST canned pasta, cream soups, hand sanitizer, bottle juice, canned fruit, peanut butter, pasta and rice sides (Rica A Roni), jelly, paper towels, Lysol/Clorox wipes, XL gloves
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