August 24, 2025

W YNE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

August 24, 2025 10:00AM Worship 11 th Sunday after Pentecost

Costa, João Zeferino da, 1840-1915. Charity, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN. https://diglib.library.vanderbilt.edu/act-imagelink.pl?RC=55369 [retrieved August 19, 2025].

Phone: 610.688.8700 | Website: waynepres.org | Address: 125 E. Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087

SUMMER SUNDAYS: EDUCATION & FELLOWSHIP JUNE 1 - AUGUST 31, 2025 Sunday School: 10:00AM Infants & Toddlers | Rooms 101/102 Pre-K (2, 3, 4-year-olds) | Room 103 Elementary School | Fireside Room

Summer Chancel Choir 9:00AM | Practice | Music Room 10:00AM | Sing at Worship All are welcome!

Coffee Hour 11:00AM | Connector

Poetry & The Bible with Rev. Ryan & Rev. Katy 11:30AM | Gryphon Cafe

PRAYER REQUESTS Please hold the following in prayer: Carl, Greg Hagin, Jane, Jeanette Hershey, Jess and family, Joann, Johnson, Kiki Ross, Nancy, Richard, Sean, Susan, & the Youth Director search We extend Christian sympathy to Meg & Scott Born and family on the death of Meg’s father, Alexis Barron, on August 15.

To submit a prayer request, please visit our website or call the church office. www.waynepres.org | (610) 688 - 8700

COFFEE HOUR FOOD DONATIONS Members are asked to bring treats for Coffee Hour held in the Connector on Sundays in-between Worship services.

Date of Donation by Surname Sept 7: S - Z | Sept 14: A - F | Sept 21: G - L | September 28: M - R Please contact Marian Hollingsworth with any questions. mhholling@gmail.com | (484) 557 - 5733

ORDER OF WORSHIP Sunday, August 24, 2025

11th Sunday after Pentecost

+ Please stand as you are able.

Prelude | Ryan Fleming, piano | John Grecia, organ Great is Thy Faithfulness William Marion Runyan (1870-1957) Arr.: Dan Forrest (b. 1978)/Duet Setting: Marianne Kim (b. 1970) + Call to Worship | 1 Peter 2:9-10 We gather as God’s people; we are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own people, that we may declare the wonderful deeds of him who called us out of darkness into his marvelous light.

Once we were no people but now we are God’s people; once we had not received mercy but now we have received mercy. Let us worship God! + Hymn 321: The Church's One Foundation

AURELIA

+ Call to Confession + Prayer of Confession | Romans 7 Like the Apostle Paul we confess “I do not understand my own actions, for I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I do.”

Silent confession “Who will deliver me from this body of death?

Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord! + Declaration of Forgiveness | Romans 5 Therefore, since we are justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.

While we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly.

But God shows his love for us in that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us.

And we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received our reconciliation.

Friends, believe the Good News of the Gospel.

In Jesus Christ we are forgiven,

GLORIA PATRI

+ Response of Praise: Hymn 581

+ Passing of the Peace The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.

Words of Welcome & Announcements Moment for Mission | God’s Precious Children, Sarah Hostetter Prayer for Illumination Scripture Reading | Matthew 22:34-40 + Hymn 738: O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee

MARYTON

Scripture Reading | 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Anthem | Quartet All People That on Earth Do Dwell

Thomas Tallis (c. 1505-1585)

All people that on earth do well, sing to the lord with cheerful voice; him serve with fear, his praise forth tell, come ye before him and rejoice. The Lord, ye know, is God indeed, without our aid did us make; we are his flock, he doth us feed, and for his sheep he doth us take. O enter in his gates with praise, approach with joy his courts unto; praise, laud, and bless his name always, for it is seemly so to do. For why? The Lord our God is good: his mercy is forever sure, his truth hath always firmly stood, and shall from age to age endure. Amen.

Sermon | “Practical Love” | The Rev. Timothy Pretz Time for Reflection

Affirmation of Faith | Nicene Creed I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible.

I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages.

God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made.

For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven, and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man.

For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures.

He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets.

I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church.

I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Invitation to Gratitude Your gifts allow God’s work to be done in our congregation, in our community and in our world. Donate now by texting the word GIVE (not case sensitive) to: (610)-819-4483, or scan the QR code on your phone to give online. You may make a one-time donation, or set up a recurring donation. Please feel free to give in-person as well.

Offertory Anthem | Summer Chancel Choir I'm Gonna Sing Trad. Spiritual/Arr. André Van Rycheghem I'm gonna sing when the spirit says "sing" and obey the spirit of the Lord. I'm gonna pray when the spirit says "pray" and obey the spirit of the Lord. I'm gonna shout, shout, shout when the spirit says "shout, shout, shout" and obey the spirit of the Lord. I'm gonna sing, I'm gonna pray, I'm gonna shout, "Hallelujah!" And obey the spirit of the Lord!

+ Doxology (Hymn 606) and Prayer of Dedication

Orison | Summer Chancel Choir Come and Fill Our Hearts

Jacques Berthier (1923-1994)

Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer + Hymn 463: How Firm a Foundation

FOUNDATION

Benediction | Summer Chancel Choir Sevenfold Amen

Peter C. Lutkin (1858-1931)

Postlude | Ryan Fleming, piano | John Grecia, organ How Firm a Foundation American Folk Melody; Funk's Genuine Church Music (1832) Arr. Craig Courtney (b. 1954)/Duet Setting: Marianne Kim

CHURCH PICNIC: AUGUST 31 Join us after worship next Sunday, August 31 for our annual Church Picnic -- a joyful day of fun for all ages! You can expect an ice cream truck, bounce house, face painting, delicious food...and plenty of fellowship and laughter! Bring your friends, appetite and your summer spirit. We can’t wait to see you there!

Volunteers are needed during the event, for set-up, break-down, and for food donations. Scan the QR code to volunteer, today!

LOOKING AHEAD IN WORSHIP Sunday, August 31, 2025 Worship in-person & online at 10:00AM Rev. Katy Shevel Preaching Church Picnic | Galloway Scholars

Sunday, September 7, 2025 Worship at 9:30AM & 11:00AM Christian Education Hour at 9:30AM Fall Kickoff | Communion Sunday

ANNOUNCEMENTS CONFIRMATION CLASS 2025-2026 | REGISTER NOW! Attention parents of rising 8th graders! The time has come to register your child for this year’s Confirmation program. To sign up, please contact Pastor Katy at katy@waynepres.org by Sunday, August 31st. We also invite both parents and youth to attend our Confirmation Kickoff Meeting on Sunday, September 7th at 9:30 AM in the Knox Room. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the journey ahead and ask any questions you may have.

ANDREW MINISTRY POTLUCK: JOIN OUR TEAM! Great news! More and more new faces are visiting our church on Sundays. As our community grows, so does our need for volunteers to help us extend a warm Wayne welcome. Interested in learning more? Join us for our annual Andrew Ministry Potluck on Wednesday, September 3 at 6:00PM in the Fireside Room. Enjoy good food and great fellowship while discovering how you can be part of this meaningful ministry. Reach out to Pastor Katy at katy@waynepres.org to RSVP. CHANTICLEER HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR | HOSTED BY THE DEACONS FOR SENIORS Join us for a special morning at the beautiful Chanticleer Garden on Saturday, September 6. We will meet at the entry booth at 9:20AM, followed by garden stroll led by long-time WPC member and former senior horticulturist, Howard Holden ($15), followed by an 11:00AM tour of the Chanticleer House ($10).

Spots are limited to 30 attendees, with carpool options available after registration.

Reserve your spot now on waynepres.org and contact Margie McPherson with any questions at: mcphemargie@gmail.com JOIN A SMALL GROUP! Want to connect with a new group of friends? Join a small group! Gather in September and October for food, fellowship, prayer, and to grow together in faith. Together we’ll be reading Discovering Christianity: A Guide for the Curious by Rowan Williams. Different times and days are available to fit your busy schedule. Sign up in the Connector for the small group today. Reach out to Pastor Katy at katy@waynepres.org with questions.

CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER TIME Beginning September 11, join us weekly on Thursdays from 8:30-9:30AM for a peaceful hour of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina. This guided experience offers a chance to deepen your connection with God and rest in the presence of the Holy Spirit. No prior experience is needed--all are welcome. Each week, we’ll reflect on scripture passages from Sunday’s sermon, creating space for spiritual growth and quiet contemplation. Facilitated by Jeanne Kauffman, Rev. Tim Pretz, Jacey Fancher & Beth Greenwood. For more information, please contact Jeanne Kauffman at jkauffman2853@gmail.com.

YOUTH MINISTRY REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! We’re excited to welcome students for another year of faith, fun, and fellowship! Our Youth Ministry includes Sunday School classes in the mornings, and Youth Group on Sunday evenings, plus lots of bonus activities, trips, and retreat opportunities. All children in grades 6-12 are welcome. Please scan the QR code for more information, and to register today!

REGISTER FOR CHILDREN’S MINISTRY! Make a joyful noise with Children’s Ministry! All children age 2grade 5 can join us for Sunday School at 9:30AM starting September 7. Praise in every step, joy in every song! Please scan the QR code for more information, and to register today!

Please contact Kelli Masters with questions about Children’s & Youth Ministries at: kelli@waynepres.org.

PASTORAL LEADERSHIP SENIOR PASTOR & HEAD OF STAFF Rev. Ryan Balsan | Ryan@waynepres.org | ext. 214 ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF CONGREGATIONAL LIFE Rev. Katy Shevel | Katy@waynepres.org | ext. 219 PASTORAL CARE ASSOCIATE Rev. Timothy Pretz | TPretz@waynepres.org | ext. 228 A FULL STAFF DIRECTORY CAN BE FOUND AT WAYNEPRES.ORG. WITH QUESTIONS, CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE AT (610) 688-8700.

Phone: 610.688.8700 | Website: waynepres.org | Address: 125 E. Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087

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Adult Education

at Wayne Presbyterian Church SUNDAYS FELLOWSHIP OF THE BEAN 9:30-10:30AM | Library September 7 - December 21 This group meets in person only.

Group Leaders RICK DAVIS rdavis@magisinsurance.com JANICE MACK gardengirl65@gmail.com

SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY with Dr. Joe Modica 9:30-10:30AM | Fireside Room October 5 - December 14 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader DR. JOE MODICA jmodica@eastern.edu

LET’S PAUSE | A Fellowship & Spiritual Formation Small Group for Women 6:00-8:00PM | Fireside Room September 28 - November 2 This group meets in person only.

Class Leader COURTNEY BODNAR wings@waynepres.org

MONDAYS MONDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY 10:00-11:30AM | Fireside Room Starting September 15 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader SCOTT LAIRD hslaird@aol.com

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY 1:00 - 3:00PM | Library 1st & 3rd Mondays, October-May This group meets in person only Class Leader LINDA TEETS lst833@aol.com

WEDNESDAYS WORD BEFORE WORK BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN 6:45-8:00AM | Fireside Room September 10 - December 10 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader REV. KATY SHEVEL katy@waynepres.org

WEDNESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY

7:00AM | Nudy’s Cafe, Berwyn September 17 - November 19 This group meets in person only.

Class Co-Leaders TED BEHR WHIT BEVERLY whitbev@aztecproducts.com

WOMEN IN THE WORD BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN

10:00-11:30AM | Fireside Room September 17 - November 19 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader DORY HOXIE deehoxie@gmail.com

LUNCH WITH THE LORD BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN

MINISTRY OF MOTHERHOOD (MOMs) DISCUSSION GROUP

9:30-11:30AM | Fireside Room September 11 - May 21 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader PAM CLARK pammyclark@gmail.com

CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER 8:30-9:30AM | Room 207 September 11 - May 14 This group meets in person only Class Leader JEANNE KAUFFMAN jkauffman2853@gmail.com

Class descriptions & additional details can be fo u n d o n o u r we b s i t e .

12:15-1:30PM | Fireside Room September 10 - December 10 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader LEE PRETZ Lpretz@verizon.net

THURSDAYS THURSDAY MORNING MEN’S MINISTRY 7:00-8:00AM | Fireside Room September 4 - June 16 This is a hybrid class.

Group Leader REV. TIM PRETZ tpretz@waynepres.org

For general questions regarding adult programming, please contact Rev. Katy Shevel at: katy@waynepres.org.

Thank you!

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Adult Education

Adult Education

at Wayne Presbyterian Church

at Wayne Presbyterian Church SUNDAYS

MONDAYS

FELLOWSHIP OF THE BEAN

MONDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY

9:30-10:30AM | Library September 7 - December 21 This group meets in person only.

10:00-11:30AM | Fireside Room Starting September 15 This is a hybrid class.

Group Leaders RICK DAVIS rdavis@magisinsurance.com JANICE MACK gardengirl65@gmail.com

SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY with Dr. Joe Modica 9:30-10:30AM | Fireside Room October 5 - December 14 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader DR. JOE MODICA jmodica@eastern.edu

LET’S PAUSE | A Fellowship & Spiritual Formation Small Group for Women 6:00-8:00PM | Fireside Room September 28 - November 2 This group meets in person only.

Class Leader COURTNEY BODNAR wings@waynepres.org

Class Leader SCOTT LAIRD hslaird@aol.com

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY 1:00 - 3:00PM | Library 1 & 3 Mondays, October-May This group meets in person only st

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Class Leader LINDA TEETS lst833@aol.com

WEDNESDAYS WORD BEFORE WORK BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN 6:45-8:00AM | Fireside Room September 10 - December 10 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader REV. KATY SHEVEL katy@waynepres.org

SUNDAYS

MONDAYS

FELLOWSHIP OF THE BEAN

MONDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY

9:30-10:30AM | Library September 7 - December 21 This group meets in person only.

10:00-11:30AM | Fireside Room Starting September 15 This is a hybrid class.

Group Leaders RICK DAVIS rdavis@magisinsurance.com JANICE MACK gardengirl65@gmail.com

SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY with Dr. Joe Modica 9:30-10:30AM | Fireside Room October 5 - December 14 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader DR. JOE MODICA jmodica@eastern.edu

LET’S PAUSE | A Fellowship & Spiritual Formation Small Group for Women 6:00-8:00PM | Fireside Room September 28 - November 2 This group meets in person only.

Class Leader COURTNEY BODNAR wings@waynepres.org

Class Leader SCOTT LAIRD hslaird@aol.com

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY 1:00 - 3:00PM | Library 1st & 3rd Mondays, October-May This group meets in person only Class Leader LINDA TEETS lst833@aol.com

WEDNESDAYS WORD BEFORE WORK BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN 6:45-8:00AM | Fireside Room September 10 - December 10 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader REV. KATY SHEVEL katy@waynepres.org

WEDNESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY

7:00AM | Nudy’s Cafe, Berwyn September 17 - November 19 This group meets in person only.

Class Co-Leaders TED BEHR WHIT BEVERLY whitbev@aztecproducts.com

WOMEN IN THE WORD BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN 10:00-11:30AM | Fireside Room September 17 - November 19 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader DORY HOXIE deehoxie@gmail.com

LUNCH WITH THE LORD BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN

MINISTRY OF MOTHERHOOD (MOMs) DISCUSSION GROUP 9:30-11:30AM | Fireside Room September 11 - May 21 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader PAM CLARK pammyclark@gmail.com

CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER 8:30-9:30AM | Room 207 September 11 - May 14 This group meets in person only Class Leader JEANNE KAUFFMAN jkauffman2853@gmail.com

Class descriptions & additional details can be fo u n d o n o u r we b s i t e .

12:15-1:30PM | Fireside Room September 10 - December 10 This is a hybrid class.

WEDNESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY

7:00AM | Nudy’s Cafe, Berwyn September 17 - November 19 This group meets in person only.

Class Co-Leaders TED BEHR WHIT BEVERLY whitbev@aztecproducts.com

WOMEN IN THE WORD BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN 10:00-11:30AM | Fireside Room September 17 - November 19 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader DORY HOXIE deehoxie@gmail.com

LUNCH WITH THE LORD BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN

Class Leader LEE PRETZ Lpretz@verizon.net

THURSDAYS

THURSDAYS

7:00-8:00AM | Fireside Room September 4 - June 16 This is a hybrid class.

Group Leader REV. TIM PRETZ tpretz@waynepres.org

9:30-11:30AM | Fireside Room September 11 - May 21 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader PAM CLARK pammyclark@gmail.com

CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER 8:30-9:30AM | Room 207 September 11 - May 14 This group meets in person only Class Leader JEANNE KAUFFMAN jkauffman2853@gmail.com

Class descriptions & additional details can be fo u n d o n o u r we b s i t e .

12:15-1:30PM | Fireside Room September 10 - December 10 This is a hybrid class.

Class Leader LEE PRETZ Lpretz@verizon.net

THURSDAY MORNING MEN’S MINISTRY

MINISTRY OF MOTHERHOOD (MOMs) DISCUSSION GROUP

For general questions regarding adult programming, please contact Rev. Katy Shevel at: katy@waynepres.org.

Thank you!

THURSDAY MORNING MEN’S MINISTRY 7:00-8:00AM | Fireside Room September 4 - June 16 This is a hybrid class.

Group Leader REV. TIM PRETZ tpretz@waynepres.org

For general questions regarding adult programming, please contact Rev. Katy Shevel at: katy@waynepres.org.

Thank you!