9:00AM/10:30AM Service September 5, 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, September 5, 2021, 9:00AM/10:30AM PRELUDE
* CALL TO WORSHIP (Jeremiah 29:13-14, John 5:19-20, and John 20:21) Leader: People: Leader: People:
Leader: People: Leader:
Let us seek the Lord. “You will seek me and find me when you seek for me with all your heart. And I will be found by you.” declares the Lord. Let us seek the Lord that we may see the Lord. Jesus said, “The Son can do nothing by himself; he can only do what he sees his Father doing.” “Because whatever the Father does the Son does also.” “For the Father loves the Son and shows him all he does.” Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” Let us seek the Lord in prayer.
HYMN #56, vs. 1 & 3
To God Be the Glory
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*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 #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 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 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.
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
Luke 9:1-11
When Jesus had called the Twelve together, he gave them power and authority to drive out all demons and to cure diseases, and he sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal the sick. He told them: “Take nothing for the journey—no staff, no bag, no bread, no money, no extra shirt. Whatever house you enter, stay there until you leave that town. If people do not welcome you, leave their town and shake the dust off your feet as a testimony against them.” So they set out and went from village to village, proclaiming the good news and healing people everywhere. Now Herod the tetrarch heard about all that was going on. And he was perplexed because some were saying that John had been raised from the dead, others that Elijah had appeared, and still others that one of the prophets of long ago had come back to life. But Herod said, “I beheaded John. Who, then, is this I hear such things about?” And he tried to see him. When the apostles returned, they reported to Jesus what they had done. Then he took them with him and they withdrew by themselves to a town called Bethsaida, but the crowds learned about it and followed him. He welcomed them and spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and healed those who needed healing. Leader: This is the word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God!
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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 #713
Open My Eyes
OFFERINGS OF THE PEOPLE OFFERTORY
Come, Labor On Summer Choir
arr. Jeremy Bankson
Come, labor on. Who dares stand idle on the harvest plain while all around us waves the golden grain? And to each servant does the Master say, "Go work today."
Come, labor on. Cast off all gloomy doubt and faithless fear! No arm so weak but may do service here. Though feeble agents, may we all fulfill God's righteous will.
Come, labor on. Claim the high calling angels cannot share; to young and old the gospel gladness bear. Redeem the time; its hours too swiftly fly. The night draws nigh.
Come, labor on. No time for rest, till glows the western sky, till the long shadows o'er our pathway lie, and a glad sound comes with the setting sun, "Well done, well done!"
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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 SCRIPTURE Luke 10:1-16 After this the Lord appointed seventy-two[a] others and sent them two by two ahead of him to every town and place where he was about to go. He told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field. Go! I am sending you out like lambs among wolves. Do not take a purse or bag or sandals; and do not greet anyone on the road. “When you enter a house, first say, ‘Peace to this house.’ If someone who promotes peace is there, your peace will rest on them; if not, it will return to you. Stay there, eating and drinking whatever they give you, for the worker deserves his wages. Do not move around from house to house. “When you enter a town and are welcomed, eat what is offered to you. Heal the sick who are there and tell them, ‘The kingdom of God has come near to you.’ But when you enter a town and are not welcomed, go into its streets and say, ‘Even the dust of your town we wipe from our feet as a warning to you. Yet be sure of this: The kingdom of God has come near.’ I tell you, it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town. “Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago, sitting in sackcloth and ashes. But it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon at the judgment than for you. And you, Capernaum, will you be lifted to the heavens? No, you will go down to Hades. “Whoever listens to you listens to me; whoever rejects you rejects me; but whoever rejects me rejects him who sent me.” SERMON
“DARE TO BE NEW: SENT AS SEEKERS, SEERS AND LABORERS”
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 #713
Seek Ye First
*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
Magnificat Secundi Toni Natalie Mealey, organ
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Today’s Flowers have been provided by Ed & Ann Jensen in memory of Barbara Shaw. Scripture for September 12th Daniel 6:1-18 Daniel 6:19-28
PRAYER REQUESTS BEREAVEMENT: Heartfelt sympathies are extended to the family and friends of Amy Toomey who passed into life triumphant on Tuesday. Amy was the Office Manager at DHPC from 2004-2009. Please remember her husband Jim and children Lauren and Ryan in your prayers. ASSISTED LIVING & HOMEBOUND: Anne Wellington(9), Jeanne Frank(10), Ed Jensen(7), Don Paisley(10), Ruth Johnston(12). HEALING: Dennis Meyers (son of John and Mary Denaro), Oran Brown (11), Chris McQueen (6), Bob Ronder (10), Jim Scotti (5), Ron Bruce, Bill Allen (3), Tom Purnell (13), Fowler Knight (Tonya Jones’ niece), Hugh Shoults (7), Josh McQueen (6), Steve Haver (13), Will Broxterman, Ruth Blakeslee(8) (#) Indicates Parish Shepherd number.
MILITARY: Mathew Croteau, Austin Ast, Charles Porter, Kenn Mattson, Ben Williamsz, Wyatt Brennan, Camryn Carson, Austin Hall, Derrick Smith, Ryan Richard, Isaiah Skinner, Isaac Corbett, Hunter Helvie, David Leibold, 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.
FINANCE As of July 31, our budget numbers are as follows: We have received 72.6% of pledged income ($827,067) and 56.6% of non-pledge offerings ($300,000) while expenses were 49.6% of the budget ($1,297,443). At the present time we are in good financial shape. If you have questions or want more detail, please contact: Bobi Tomlon, Controller (480) 488-3384 accounting@deserthills.org or Allan Watson, Finance Elder (309) 255-2537 allanlw@msn.com
WALKING BESIDE MINISTRY In Galatians 6, Paul tells us to “carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” At Desert Hills our Walking Beside team members have been trained and organized to do just that. They provide one-to-one care, prayer, and support to those who are going through a difficult time. If you would like more information on our Walking Beside Ministry, please call one of our team members below or the church office at 480-488-3384. 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
Beverley Keele Shirley Klein Marsha Lindquist Thea Miller Sara Ray
843-540-9514 602-881-0936 480-513-1132 480-620-8632 480-888-6192 page 7
The leading brain-fitness program in the world, it helps the growing population of older adults enjoy life and reduce their risk of age-related cognitive decline. BrainSavers is fun and engaging and can accommodate a wide range of physical capabilities.
Classes begin on September 14th! Call the church office for more information or to sign up! (480) 488-3384 Because Brain Health Is Not A Game® Memory loss is the number one health concern of Americans over forty-five, The Brain Training Revolution is a valuable weapon on the battleground of aging. You have the power to grow and strengthen your brain, minimize the severity of age-associated memory lapses, and reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
The Fellowship Committee is excited to again present...
Epicurean Delights Zoom Cooking Class with DHPC member, Ed Nichols
THIS TUESDAY! September 7th, 11:00am
Deacons Corner By Pat Nichols There are 12 new Deacons setting out to serve the Lord by helping our congregation and community. This month’s article is focusing on the Service area. Min Damm and her committee have already planned and hosted two Memorial Receptions but admits she could use more volunteers to help set up and serve food. Would you help???
GET READY FOR TAILGATING SEASON!!! Whether you plan to tailgate at a stadium or in your living room, be sure attend this fun class as “chef” Ed prepares yummy sliders, nachos and more! To RSVP, obtain the Zoom invite, recipes & ingredient lists, please call the Church Office at (480) 488-3384
Dave Zoetewey and his committee are helping others by doing small home repairs and/or landscaping for those in need. Would you help??? Lisa Loran is heading up the Helping Hands Meals Ministry again. Would you be willing to procure or prepare food for shut-ins post hospitalization/rehab??? Pat Nichols is developing a transportation Ministry coming soon. Would you help??? We are ALL God’s hands and feet here on earth. Please let Him guide you to an area of Service. Call Pat Nichols, 480-595-5751 or the church office if you are willing to join in on God’s team here at DHPC.
SEPTEMBER WISH LIST Jelly, Canned Pasta, Rice (small sizes), Beans (small sizes), Rice Sides (Rice A Roni), Pasta Sides, Dry Pasta, Chunky Soup, Cream Soup, Paper Towels, Shampoo and Conditioner page 8
What’s Going On In the Parking Lot? AT&T is doing upgrades within our bell tower. AT&T pays DHPC a monthly fee to use our bell tower for their equipment. These fees are used to endow the DHPC Fogdall Scholarship Fund. During the next 30 days, please take caution as the FC lower parking lot is blocked off and a temporary rubber speed bump is in the upper FC lot to protect the various cables being installed. Once the work is complete, both the bell tower and adjoining equipment building will be closed-up and painted. Questions? Contact… Richard Cook, Director Buildings & Grounds (714) 270-8119
or Joe Gilleland, Buildings & Grounds Elder (480) 575-8406
The following NEW, UNOPENED ITEMS in TRAVEL SIZE are needed:
HYGIENE KIT DONATIONS NEEDED DHPC continues to donate 120-130 kits each month to Phoenix homeless through our mission with Chaplaincy for the Homeless.
Please Remember to Wear Your Name Badge One of our priorities is to strengthen the feeling of community within our church, and one way to get to know each other better is to wear a name badge. If you are a member of the church, you received a name badge when you joined. If yours is lost or misplaced, please request a new one by contacting the church office at (480) 488-3384 / admin@deserthills.org. Thank you for your cooperation!
2 oz. can shaving cream shampoo packaged/boxed toothbrushes socks 1oz. tubes of toothpaste washcloths razors chapstick
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”) Questions? Contact John Thurston #(480) 220-6685
SAVE THE DATE!
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOXES KICK-OFF SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 12th Mark your calendar for when you can pick up your boxes! You may purchase The Shoe That Grows for $20/pair, and/or a soccer ball and pump (only 50 available) for $5! Questions? Contact John or Mary Denaro (480.488.8979), Heather Everett (480.710.2904), or Rhonda Noble (480.433.2870) page 9
Romans 8
Opening with the bold declaration that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus and ending with the reminder that nothing can separate us from God’s love, Romans 8 is a source of great comfort and encouragement for the children of God. Join us as Dr. Derek Thomas leads us verse by verse through this stunning passage and see why he calls it “The greatest chapter in the entire Bible.”
Dr. Derek W.H. Thomas is senior minister of the First Presbyterian Church in Columbia, S.C., and Chancellor's Professor of Systematic and Pastoral Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary. He is a Ligonier Ministries teaching fellow and author of many books, including How the Gospel Brings Us All the Way Home, Calvin's Teaching on Job, Strength for the Weary, and, with Dr. Sinclair B. Ferguson, Ichthus: Jesus Christ, God's Son, the Savior. To sign up please contact Cathy Hoxie choxie512@gmail.com / (510) 207-1544 Zoom option available.
Looking for an In-depth Bible Study? Why
Join us as we study Genesis… Genesis is the book of beginnings, the foundation of the entire Bible. This 30-lesson in-depth study serves as the grand gateway into God’s Word: Creation, rebellion, judgment, and forgiveness are showcased. The book describes the origins of the Hebrew nation, the people through who God would bring the Messiah, His instrument of salvation. Why study the Bible? We get to know God through His word. God speaks to us through His Word. God’s Word brings life. God’s Word offers stability in an unstable world. God’s Word helps us to pray effectively. This is a non-denominational Co-Ed Class. For more information or to register, contact Kathleen Harris at (480) 488-3384 (church), (602) 741-3429 (cell) or kharris@deserthills.org
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An invitation from the DHPC Mission Committee…
Global Workers Presentation
and Meet & Greet to learn more about them and how they are a blessing to many.
DHPC CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Classes are held during the 9:00am 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
All are welcome to join us TODAY, Sunday, September 5th as we host a global workers couple we care about. They will attend and be introduced at both services. You may meet them on the patio between the worship services and/or please join us in the Fellowship Center after the 2nd service for a Presentation and Meet & Greet. Light finger foods and cold refreshments will be offered. If you plan to attend the Presentation, please RSVP to Nan McCallum at Nan.M@epcwo.org / (734) 751-3505 and please feel free to bring a plate to share.
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
Info about our September 5th visitors… “B & K” are university teachers and lead the member care team of their organization that supports and cares for 200+ staff based in East Asia. Most organizations have been forced out due to COVID but 10% of theirs have stayed. Thankfully, they’ve been able to work virtually during the pandemic. This has afforded them opportunities to reimagine how they equip/prepare new staff and support/ train member care personnel leading to the construction of new online training and resourcing platforms. The challenge calls them to practice a discipline of trusting in God’s global, absolute, unlimited authority during uncertainty. They’re more committed than ever to their calling. Please intercede for the successful return of staff and for the perseverance of our sisters and brothers. Their daughter has returned to Grand Canyon University studying nursing as a sophomore.
DHPC Adult Discipleship presents...
Starting Sunday, September 26, 2021 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm for NINE weeks. The cost is $129 for access to the material for one year. The classes are designed to be in person but zoom capabilities are also available. All materials are available online. Scholarships will be available as well. Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University is a well known international program offered by corporations and small businesses to their employees and, often, offered by churches to members of their congregations. The nine classes are de-
signed for the young and the mature individuals who want to learn how to better manage their budgets, save for specific items and retirement, as well as a great course for teenagers and college bound children to learn about budgeting and CREDIT CARDS! The course will be taught by Susie Brousseau CLU, ChFC, CFP. Susie has previously taught this course to 30 individuals at Desert Hills Lutheran Church in Scottsdale, AZ in 2014. Susie is a wealth advisor that specializes in investment management,
asset protection, financial planning, retirement planning and helping you understand what is needed from a planning standpoint in your will and/or revocable trust. Susie also sings in our DHPC Traditional Choir. For more information or to register, please contact Susie at 602-509-5432 or at ksbrous@cox.net
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CALENDAR Blue=Zoom Video Meeting Red=Live Stream on YouTube Green=Youth Sunday, Sept 5 Wednesday, Sept 8 8:00am Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 7:00am Men’s Bible Study 9:00am Traditional (Sanctuary) (Adm#109) 9:00am Student Impact (grades 6-12) assist 8:30am Tru North Homeschool Group w/ Sunday School (Clubhouse Room) (FC #215) 1:00pm Divine Stitcherhood (FC #201) 9:00am Children’s Worship 6:30pm Choir Practice (Choir Room) (age 0-5) (Sanctuary bldg. classrooms) Thursday, Sept 9 (grade 1-5) (FC hallway class8:30am Tru North Homeschool Group rooms) (Clubhouse Room) 10:30am Traditional (Sanctuary) 4:00pm Griefshare Support Group 10:30am Worship (Streaming) (FC #201) (FC #216) 4:00pm Pastor Jim’s Augustine Class 11:40am Global Workers Presentation (FC #215) (FC #216) 5:00pm Chaplaincy for the Homeless 4:00pm Student Ministry Service (FC#209/210) Friday, Sept 10 8:30am Tru North Homeschool Group (Clubhouse Room) Monday, Sept 6 4:00pm Newcomer AA (FC #215) Office Closed - Labor Day Holiday 4:30pm New Beginnings AA (FC #216) 9:30am Miracles on Monday AA (FC#215) Tuesday, Sept 7 8:30am McClure Homeschool Group (FC Classrooms) 8:30am Tru North Homeschool Group (Clubhouse Room) 9:00am Bulletin Announcement Deadline 9:00am Staff Devotions (Sanctuary) 9:00am Deacon Meeting (Library) 10:00am Staff Meeting (Adm #109) 11:00am Epicurean Delights Class 2:00pm Hygiene Kit Packing (Basement) 3:45pm Connencting w/ your Muslim Neighbors (Adm #104) 4:00pm Desert Disciples (Adm #109) 6:00pm Women’s AA (FC #215) 6:30pm Troop #603 Boy Scouts (FC #216) 6:30pm Worship Cmtee (Adm #109)
Saturday, Sept 11 8:00am Men’s Bible Study (Adm #109) Sunday, Sept 12 Operation Christmas Child Kickoff 8:00am Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 9:00am Traditional (Sanctuary) 9:00am Student Impact (grades 6-12) assist w/ Sunday School (FC #215) 9:00am Children’s Worship (age 0-5) (Sanctuary bldg. classrooms) (grade 1-5) (FC hallway classrooms) 10:30am Traditional (Sanctuary) 10:30am Worship (Streaming) 11:45am Troop Care (Adm #109) 4:00pm Student Ministry Service (FC#209/210)
Worship Schedule 9:00 am Traditional Worship Sanctuary 10:30 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.
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