Pine Street Presbyterian Church in the City
of Harrisburg
October 10, 2021 Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
GATHERING IN THE PRESENCE OF THE RISEN CHRIST
VOLUNTARY Chanson Gordon Young
SALUTATION The Rev. Heather M. Sigler
One: This is the day that the Lord has made.
Many: Let us rejoice and be glad in it!
CALL TO WORSHIP
One: In the prayers and the praise, in the words and the wonder:
Many: We are given enough joy to live each day.
One: In the justice for the oppressed, in the unexpected generosity for the lost:
Many: We are given enough compassion to use in service each day.
One: In the promises made to all, in the mercy offered to each:
Many: We are given enough grace to share each day.
One: In the community of our congregation, today and every day:
Many: Let us worship the triune God.
† Those able are invited to stand
Bold text is read or sung by all
† HYMN #132 Come, Great God of All the Ages ABBOT’S LEIGH
† PRAYER OF CONFESSION
It seems we cannot decide, God of glory. We say we will live to serve others but end up meeting only our needs. We claim to live in a way that honors Christ, but we do not take him to work, school, home. We believe that the gospel can transform lives (at least, for those who need it – but surely, not us). Forgive us, gracious God. Instead of grumblers, may we be ambassadors of grace. Instead of continual complaining, may we carry compassion to the hurting. Instead of whiners, may we be workers with Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, to reach out and share the kingdom of God with everyone we meet.
SILENCE FOR PERSONAL CONFESSION
† ASSURANCE OF PARDON
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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† KYRIE
† GLORIA GLORIA PATRI
READING AND HEARING THE WORD
PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION
FIRST LESSON Matthew 10:1-15
One: The Word of the Lord.
Many: Thanks be to God.
Greg Lane
† HYMN #369 I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me I’M GONNA LIVE
LESSON FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
SECOND LESSON Matthew 10:16-31
THIRD LESSON Matthew 10:32-42
SERMON “A Cup of Coffee”
† AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
The Rev. Sigler
The Rev. Dr. Kent Carter
The Rev. Carter
The 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.
† THE PEACE
One: The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Many: And also with you.
PARISH LIFE (Please sign the Friendship Register)
THE OFFERING OF TITHES AND GIFTS TO GOD (Text 267-367-4910 to give)
ANTHEM: O God, Our Help in Ages Past David Schwoebel
O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, our shelter from the stormy blast, and our eternal home! Under the shadow of thy throne, thy saints have dwelt secure; sufficient is thine arm alone, and our defense is sure. Before the hills in order stood, or earth received her frame, from everlasting thou art God, to endless years the same. A thousand ages in thy sight are like an evening gone, short as the watch that ends the night before the rising sun; before the rising sun. Time, like an ever-rolling stream, bears all its sons away; they fly, forgotten as a dream at the opening day. O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, be thou our guard while life shall last, and our eternal home. O God, our help! O God, our hope! Amen! Amen! † P
RESENTATION OF THE GIFTS
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
SEALING THE WORD
SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER
One: The Lord be with you.
Many: And also with you.
One: Lift up your hearts.
Many: We lift them to the Lord.
One: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
Many: It is right to give God thanks and praise.
COMMUNION PRAYER
…In unending hymns of praise:
The prayer continues.
… Great is the mystery of faith:
INTERCESSION, SUPPLICATION, AND CONSECRATION
One: In your mercy, Many: Lord, hear our prayer.
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.
One: The gifts of God for the people of God. Many: Let us keep the feast.
DISTRIBUTION OF THE BREAD AND CUP
BEARING AND FOLLOWING THE WORD OF GOD INTO THE WORLD
† HYMN #420 God of Grace and God of Glory
† BENEDICTION
Rev. Carter
† CHORAL BENEDICTION God, Be the Love to Search and Keep Me R. B. Colligan (Choir and Congregation)
VOLUNTARY Cortège
Gordon Young
CWM RHONDDA
The
LEADING IN WORSHIP TODAY
The Rev. Dr. Kent Carter
The Rev. Heather M. Sigler, Parish Associate Joseph W. Garrison, Minister of Music and Worship
Greg Lane, Lector
Barbara Neff, piano
The Chancel Choir
“Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you for the glory of God!”
(Romans 15:7)
Who is welcome at Pine Street Presbyterian Church? You are!
T HIS WEEK IN PRAYER
Family and Friends of David Freet, Chris Earhart, and the Interim Pastor Search Committee
FLOWER D EDICATION
The flowers at the pulpit are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of her parents, William G. and Evelyn M. Carson by Christine Filipovich, and in loving memory of husband and father, Dennis Filipovich by Christine and Elizabeth Filipovich.
The Rev. Dr. Kent Carter currently serves as a full-time chaplain with Asana Hospice in Harrisburg, PA. Before joining this hospice team, Kent served the Progress-Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Carlisle Presbytery for almost 12 years. Kent celebrated 25 years of ordained ministry last month. Kent enjoys being married, Dad to three children, hiking, biking, gardening, traveling, BBQing, and brewing.
A NNOUNCEMENTS AND NOTICES
COVID-19 UPDATE
In the past few weeks, Central Pennsylvania counties have reached a high positivity rate of COVID 19 transmission. In compliance with The PA Dept of Health, the session recommends that all individuals, no matter their vaccination status, wear masks in public indoor settings where there is a substantial or high transmission rate. Session asks worshipers to comply with these guidelines in consideration of the well-being of children, the immunocompromised, and others who are not eligible to receive the vaccine.
DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR
Wednesday, October 6 - No Adult Forum
Sunday, October 10 - 8:45 am Church School for All Ages - 10:00 am Worship, The Rev. Kent Carter, Preaching
Wednesday, October 13 - 7:00 pm Adult Forum via zoom - Rev. Alex Patchin McNeill will introduce and facilitate our learning about the LGBTQIA+ members of our community.
Friday, October 15 - 7:00 pm Seipp/Sheets Trumpet and Organ Duo Happy Hour Concert - wine and snacks beginning at 5:30 pm.
Sunday, October 17 - 8:45 am Church School for All Ages - 10:00 am Worship, The Rev. Kent Carter, Preaching – 1:00 pm Pine Street Walkers, City Island.
Wednesday, October 20 - 7:00 pm Adult Forum via zoom - we will view part one of the Connecting the Dots webinar.
Sunday, October 24 - 8:45 am Church School for All Ages - 10:00 am Worship, The Rev. Kent Carter, Preaching
Wednesday, October 27 - 7:00 pm Adult Forum via zoom - we will view part two of the Connecting the Dots webinar.
Sunday, October 31 - 8:45 am Church School for All Ages - 10:00 am Worship, The Rev. Heather Sigler, Preaching
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