S U N D AY M O R N I N G W O R S H I P • 1 0 A M
GUIDING
LIGHTS SEPTEMBER 28
KEEP KNOCKING - JUSTICE Luke 18:1-8
A welcoming community of faith where Jesus Christ transforms lives
WORSHIP LEADERS
PROCESSION
Rev. Christopher A. Henry Senior Pastor
Element Bearers The Elia Family
Caroline Eader Lake Fellow in Parish Ministry
Ewer Bearer Karen Repper
Rev. Thomas P. Markey Associate Pastor of Youth and Families
Acolytes Marco Elia Andrew Bolton
Rev. Sara A. Hayden Minister of Word and Sacrament
TODAY’S BAPTISM
Kevin Lewis Liturgist
Adalena Marie Dykstra
Sanctuary Choir
Elder: Kevin Lewis Deacon: Shirley Triller Bible Presenter: Elsie Lewis
Dr. Michelle Louer Director of Music and Fine Arts Dr. John Allegar Organist and Assistant Director of Music and Fine Arts All music in this service used by permission: CCLI License #719352; OneLicense #A-715008; or public domain.
WELCOME FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN Following today’s Word with Children, children ages 4 through grade 5 may remain with their families or depart for Sunday Mornings for Children. If departing, please assure your child is wearing a green nametag or a printed nametag from a Rock check-in kiosk. Carol Choir pick up will be in Room 355 at 11:15 AM. Childcare is available on the second floor for infants through age 3.
VISUAL AND HEARING ASSISTANCE
Please speak to an usher if you need a large print bulletin, large print hymnal, or an assistive listening device. SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
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September 28, 2025 SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST We Come Together as God’s People Prelude
Festival Toccata Dr. John Allegar, organ
Welcome Choral Call to Worship
Percy Fletcher (1879-1932)
Rev. Christopher A. Henry
Seek the Lord Sanctuary Choir; Dr. Michelle Louer, conductor
Seek the Lord and in his ways persevere, oh faint not but as eagles fly, for his steep hill is high, but striving gain the top and triumph ever.
Justine Koontz
When with glory there thy brows are crowned, new joys so shall abound in thee, such sights thy soul shall see, that worldly thoughts shall by their beams be drowned.
Text: Thomas Campion (1567-1620)
* Call to Worship
Caroline Eader
One:
Gather us in, O God,
All:
Your people are here to worship!
One:
Hold us in faith, O God,
All:
We are here to serve.
One:
Send us in hope, O God,
All:
We are here to follow.
One:
Make us your people, O God, as we worship, serve, and follow.
* Prayer of Adoration
SECOND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
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* Processional Hymn
All Hail to God’s Anointed
ELLACOMBE
Invitation to Confession Prayer of Confession Your word reminds us that we are called to love our neighbors as ourselves. But we make far too many distinctions, treating one person with more dignity and respect than another. We gladly welcome those who look and act like us, but give a much less enthusiastic welcome to the stranger. Forgive us for the moments when our faith has been empty, for the times that our works have not matched our words. Help us lean ever more towards your goodness and help our lives reflect that goodness in concrete ways. (Silent Prayer) Assurance of God’s Grace
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* Response of Praise
Goodness Is Stronger than Evil
John L. Bell
O God of Every Nation
LLANGLOFFAN
* Passing the Peace of Christ * Hymn #289
We Experience God’s Word The Word with Children Sacrament of Baptism
Rev. Sara A. Hayden
Hymn of Response #498 Child of Blessing, Child of Promise
Prayer for Illumination First Scripture Lesson Anthem
Kevin Lewis
Deuteronomy 16:18-20 Ain’t Got Time to Die Sanctuary Choir; Jared Slothower, soloist
Lord, I keep so busy praisin’ my Jesus, Ain’t got time to die. ‘Cause when I’m healin’ the sick, I’m praisin’ my Jesus, Ain’t got time to die. REFRAIN ‘Cause it takes all of my time to praise my Jesus, All of my time to praise my Lord. If I don’t praise Him, the rocks are gonna cry out “Glory and honor, glory and honor!” Ain’t got time to die. Lord, I keep so busy workin’ for the Kingdom, Ain’t got time to die. ‘Cause when I’m feedin’ the poor, I’m workin’ for the Kingdom, Ain’t got time to die. REFRAIN SECOND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
KINGDOM
(p. 172) Hall Johnson (1888-1970)
Lord, I keep so busy servin’ my Master, Ain’t got time to die. ‘Cause when I’m givin’ my all, I’m serving my Master, Ain’t got time to die. REFRAIN Now, won’t you get out of my way, let me praise my Jesus? Out of my way, let me praise my Lord? If I don’t praise Him, the rocks are gonna cry out “Glory and honor, glory and honor!” Ain’t got time to die.
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10 AM
Second Scripture Lesson
Luke 18:1-8
Sermon
(p. 955) Rev. Christopher A. Henry
Keep Knocking - Justice “And will not God grant justice to his chosen ones who cry to him day and night? Will he delay long in helping them?” (Luke 18:7)
Moment of Silent Meditation
We Give Thanks to God Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer
Rev. Thomas P. Markey
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. Invitation to Discipleship and Generosity Offertory Refrain: Let us cheer the weary traveler, Cheer the weary traveler: Let us cheer the weary traveler, Along the heavenly way.
Let Us Cheer the Weary Traveler Caitlin Stewart, soprano I’ll take my gospel trumpet And I’ll begin to blow, And if my Savior helps me, I’ll blow wherever I go. Refrain
* Doxology
Spiritual arr. H.T. Burleigh (1866-1949) And if you meet with crosses, And trials on the way, Just keep your trust in Jesus, And don’t forget to pray. Refrain LASST UNS ERFREUEN
* Prayer of Dedication SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
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We Go Forth to Serve * Closing Hymn
For the Healing of the Nations
LAUDA ANIMA
* Charge and Benediction * Choral Benediction
Song of Hope
Argentine Folk Tune
May the God of hope go with us every day, Filling all our lives with love and joy and peace. May the God of justice speed us on our way, Bringing light and hope to every land and race. Praying, let us work for peace, Singing, share our joy with all, Working for a world that’s new, Faithful when we hear Christ’s call.
Postlude
SECOND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Menuet Gothique (from Suite Gothique, Op. 25)
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Léon Boëllmann (1862-1897)
10 AM
THE POWER OF PRAYER
TODAY
We remember in prayer these members who have died, and their loved ones. The white rose in front of the lectern is in memory of:
2026 Kenya Trip Informational Meeting 11:30 AM • Room 312
James Rice
Milner Chapel Organ Dedication Concert 1:30 PM • Milner Chapel
Would you like one of our pastors to pray with you today? We invite you to come to Milner Chapel immediately following the 10 AM worship service for a short time of communion and prayer. You may also visit SecondChurch.org/Prayer to fill out a Prayer Request Form.
NEXT SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5 WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
If you or a loved one is hospitalized, please contact: Ashley McNamara, Coordinator of Pastoral Care AMcNamara@SecondChurch.org
GUIDING LIGHTS
GIVING
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MAKING SPACE - COURAGE
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Rev. Christopher A. Henry
8:15 AM • Chapel Worship 9 AM • Sunday School for All Ages 10 AM • Sanctuary Worship 11:15 AM • Service of Wholeness and Communion • Milner Chapel For more details visit SecondChurch.org/Worship Watch Sunday worship all week long at SecondChurch.org/Live
AUGUST FINANCIAL UPDATE Budgeted Income
$3,401,812
Actual Income
$3,300,520
Surplus/(Deficit)
($101,292)
UPCOMING EVENTS
SecondChurch.org/Events Disaster Relief Bucket Collection September 29 – October 19 • Atrium Pick-up and Drop-Off Women at Second Fall Gathering September 30 • 6 PM • Home of Laura Lucas
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The Flourish Collaborative October 1 • 12 PM • Zoom October 1 • 6:30 PM • Room 356 Second Act Community and Cards October 2 • 12 – 3 PM • Room 356 Kindergarten Communion Workshop October 5 • 9 AM • McFarland Hall Being Presbyterian: An Introduction October 5 • 11:30 AM • Room 356
Eighth Day of Creation All-Church Exhibit 2025
Youth Bonfire and Hayride October 5 • 6 – 8 PM • Wild Air Farms, Zionsville
Submission Call Out
Submission Deadline: October 3
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