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LIVING in the

SHADOWS LENT WITH SECOND

MARCH 1

The Shadow of Fear Matthew 8:23-34

A welcoming community of faith where Jesus Christ transforms lives

WORSHIP LEADERS

PROCESSION

Rev. Christopher A. Henry Senior Pastor

Element Bearers David Lancet Deb Lyons

Rev. Danny L. Carpenter Lake Fellow in Parish Ministry

Ewer Bearer Tom Woo

Rev. Audrey F. Thorne Lake Fellow in Parish Ministry

Acolytes Charlie Rowe Grace Clayton

Carol Sundheimer Liturgist Sanctuary Choir 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.

MUSIC NOTE: All of the music sung by the choir is from Jan Dismas Zelenka’s Missa Paschalis (Mass for Easter). Zelenka (1679-1745) was a contemporary of J.S. Bach who was born in Bohemia.

Both composers worked in the Dresden court in the 18th century.

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 nametag. All children will return to their families in the Sanctuary to participate in Communion.

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.

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March 1, 2026 SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT We Come Together as God’s People Prelude

Animato (from Suite Monodique) Jehan Alain Variations sur un thème de Clément Jannequin (1911-1940)

Dr. John Allegar, organ Welcome Rev. Christopher A. Henry Choral Call to Worship

Sanctuary Choir; Dr. Michelle Louer, conductor Kyrie eleison.

Lord, have mercy.

* Call to Worship Rev. Danny L. Carpenter One: Thus says, the Lord, the one who created and formed you, O Jacob: Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.

All: When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers they shall not overwhelm you.

One: When you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.

For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.

All: Let us worship God! * Prayer of Adoration * Processional Hymn #361 How Firm a Foundation American Folk Melody Invitation to Confession Kyrie Kyrie Eleison (adapted from Symphony no. 9, II) Antonin Dvořák (1841-1904)

arr. Ruth Elaine Schram (b. 1956) Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

Kyrie eleison.

Christe eleison.

Kyrie eleison.

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Prayer of Confession They can be such giants in our lives, God of Grace.

Each day, our fears, our doubts, our worries wash over us, until we come to believe that you do not care for us.

There seems to be so much wrong in the world, we are convinced that there is nothing good we can do.

The storms of sin and fear batter at us, and we cower, unable to find the faith to withstand them.

Forgive us, God of Hope.

Remind us that if we but open our hearts, you will heal us.

If we but listen to your words, we will hear peace and joy.

If we but open our lives to you, we can go forth to serve our sisters and brothers, even as we have been served by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. (Silent Prayer) Assurance of God’s Grace * Response of Praise

Gloria Patri

Greatorex

They Cast Their Nets in Galilee

GEORGETOWN

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* Passing the Peace of Christ * Hymn

SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT

We Experience God’s Word The Word with Children Prayer for Illumination

Carol Sundheimer

First Scripture Lesson

Isaiah 43:1-2

(p. 658)

Second Scripture Lesson

Matthew 8:23-34

(p. 884)

Sermon

Rev. Christopher A. Henry

The Shadow of Fear “And he said to them, ‘Why are you afraid, you of little faith?’

Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a dead calm.”

(Matthew 8:26)

Moment of Silent Meditation

We Give Thanks to God Sacrament of Holy Communion

Rev. Christopher A. Henry and Rev. Audrey F. Thorne

Invitation to the Lord’s Table Great Prayer of Thanksgiving One:

The Lord be with you.

All:

And also with you.

One:

Lift up your hearts.

All:

We lift them to the Lord.

One:

Let us give thanks to the Lord.

All:

It is right to give our thanks and praise.

Choir:

Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus, Dominus Deus Sabaoth.

Pleni sunt caeli et terra gloria tua.

Osanna in excelsis.

All:

Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.

Osanna in the highest.

Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God of Hosts; Heaven and earth are full of thy glory.

Osanna in the highest.

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.

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Breaking of the Bread Communion of the People Ushers will extend an invitation to receive communion by pew.

Please come forward using the aisle to your right. All bread at all stations is gluten free.

Communion Anthems Qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis.

Qui tollis peccata mundi, suscipe deprecationem nostram.

Qui sedes ad dexteram Patris, miserere nobis.

You take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us; You take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer.

You are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us.

Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: miserere nobis.

Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: miserere nobis.

Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi: [dona nobis pacem.]

Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, have mercy upon us.

Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, have mercy upon us.

Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, [grant us peace.]

Der Sturm Kristin Shaffer, soprano

Franz Schubert (1797-1828)

Wie braust durch die Wipfel der heulende Sturm!

Es klirren die Balken, es zittert das Haus!

Es rollet der Donner, es leuchtet der Blitz, Und finster die Nacht, wie das Grab!

How the raging storm roars through the treetops!

The rafters rattle, the house shudders!

The thunder rolls, the lightning flashes, and the night is as dark as the grave.

Immerhin, immerhin, so tobt’ es auch jüngst noch in mir!

Es brauste das Leben, wie jetzo der Sturm, Es bebten die Glieder, wie jetzo das Haus, Es flammte die Liebe, wie jetzo der Blitz, Und finster die Brust, wie das Grab.

So be it, not long ago a storm still raged in me.

My life roared like the storm now, my limbs trembled like the house now, love flashed like the lightning now, and my heart was as dark as the grave.

Nun tobe, du wilder, gewalt’ger Sturm, Im Herzen ist Friede, im Herzen ist Ruh, Des Bräutigams harret die liebende Braut, Gereinigt in prüfender Glut, Der ewigen Liebe getraut.

Now rage, wild, mighty storm; in my heart is peace, in my heart is calm.

The loving bride awaits the bridegroom, purified in the testing flames, betrothed to eternal love.

Ich harre, mein Heiland, mit sehnendem Blick!

Komm, himmlischer Bräutigam, hole die Braut, Erlöse die Seele von irdischer Haft.

Horch, friedlich ertönet das Glöcklein vom Turm!

Es lockt mich das süsse Getön Allmächtig zu ewigen Höh’n.

Amen!

I wait, my Saviour, with longing gaze!

Come, heavenly bridegroom, take your bride.

Free the soul from earthly bonds.

Listen, the bell sounds peacefully from the tower!

Its sweet pealing invites me all-powerfully to eternal heights.

Amen!

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Invitation to Discipleship and Generosity Offertory

Gloria

Gloria in excelsis Deo, et in terra pax hominibus bonae voluntatis.

Glory be to God on high, and on earth peace to all those of good will.

Laudamus te. Benedicimus te.

Adoramus te. Glorificamus te.

Gratias agimus tibi propter magnam gloriam tuam.

We praise thee. We bless thee.

We worship thee. We glorify thee.

We give thanks to thee according to thy great glory.

* Doxology

OLD HUNDREDTH

* Prayer of Dedication

We Go Forth to Serve * Closing Hymn #562

Eternal Father, Strong to Save

MELITA

* Charge and Benediction * Choral Benediction Postlude

Amen

Fugue sur le thème du Carillon des Heures de la Cathédrale de Soissons, Op. 12 Maurice Duruflé (1902-1986)

At the conclusion of worship, we invite you to join us in McFarland Hall for coffee, donuts, and community.

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10 AM

WELCOME NEW BABY

TODAY

Robin Jane Noll Birthdate: February 18, 2026 Parents: Madeline and Collin Noll

Second Treasures Spring Donation Day 11 AM – 12:30 PM • Drive-Through Drop-Off No Room for Compromise: 11:30 AM – 1 PM • Room 356

THE POWER OF PRAYER We remember in prayer these members who have died, and their loved ones. The white roses in front of the lectern are in memory of:

Art Song Series Concert: Female Composers 11:35 AM – 12:15 PM • Choir Room

Bill Templeton Debbie Stewart MaryBeth Minnich Joey Shanafelt

NEXT SUNDAY, MARCH 8

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.

LIVING in the

SHADOWS The Shadow of Worry

If you or a loved one is hospitalized, please contact: Ashley McNamara, Coordinator of Pastoral Care AMcNamara@SecondChurch.org

Rev. Christopher A. Henry

8:15 AM • Chapel Worship

HUNGER

9 AM • Sunday School for All Ages 10 AM • Sanctuary Worship

“I am hungry.”

11:15 AM • Service of Wholeness and Communion • Milner Chapel

GIVING

For more details visit SecondChurch.org/Worship

Matthew 25

SecondChurch.org/Hunger

Watch Sunday worship all week long at SecondChurch.org/Live

Many families in the neighborhoods surrounding Second Presbyterian Church are food insecure. Your support of the 2026 Hunger Campaign will be well used to provide groceries for our food pantry, as well as to support food programs for children and families in Washington Township Schools.

Visit SecondChurch.org/Hunger or scan the QR code to give.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SecondChurch.org/Events College Care Packages Now – March 23 • Online Middlers Gathering March 3 • 7 – 8:30 PM • McAlister’s at 96th & Meridian March 8 • Daylight Saving Time Begins

VISITING TODAY?

Young Adult Brunch March 8 • Following 10 AM Worship Another Broken Egg Cafe on North Meridian

Thank you for worshiping with Second!

Our Hospitality Team would love to connect and welcome you more fully into the life of Second.

Scan this QR code and let us know you were here!

The Generous Word March 8 • 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM • Common Room Second Act March Gathering March 9 • 3 PM • McFaland Hall

MEMORIAL FLOWER FUND:

Lilies

OPEN THROUGH SUNDAY, MARCH 29

SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT

What Comes Next for Young Adults at Second?

March 11 • 6 – 7 PM • Room 356 Second Treasures End-of-Season Sale March 14 • 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM • Food Pantry Patio 8

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