YNE BYTERIANCHURCH W
Sharing the Ministry of Jesus Christ through worship, growing, serving and caring
February 16, 2025 | 9:30 & 11:00AM
Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
TODAY’S EDUCATION & FELLOWSHIP OFFERINGS
Bible Study with Dr. Joe Modica Fireside Room | 9:30AM
Childcare for Infants & Toddlers Rooms 101/102 | 9:30AM
Fellowship Coffee Hour Connector | 10:30AM
Sunday School: 9:30AM
Pre-K (2, 3, 4-year-olds) | Rm 103
Kindergarten & 1st Grade | Rm 304
2nd & 3rd Grades | Rm 301
4th & 5th Grades | Rm 306
6th & 7th Grades | Rm 204 High School | Rm 208/209
Confirmation Class Knox Room | 9:30AM Youth Group Rooms 208/209 | 6:00PM Westminster Youth Choir Music Room | 5:00PM
Fellowship of the Bean Library | 9:30AM
WinGS: Let’s PAUSE Fireside Room | 6:00PM
PRAYER REQUESTS
Please hold the following in prayer:
Bethany, Bob, Carl, Joann Palmer, Charles Baker and family, Ted Behr and family, Craig, Carolyn, Debby Jones, Diana Whaley, Jacklyn, Jane, Janice Hill, Jess and family, Jill, Johnson, Lauren, Mason, Nancy, Peter Forrest, Richard, Sarah Foster, Sarah Stewart, & Tyler and family.
COFFEE HOUR FOOD DONATIONS
Members are asked to bring treats for Coffee Hour Fellowship held in the Connector on Sundays in-between Worship services.
Date of Donation by Surname
Feb 23 | A - F, March 9 | G - L, March 16 | M - R, March 23 | S - Z
Please contact Marian Hollingsworth with any questions. mhholling@gmail.com OR (484) 557 - 5733
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
+ Please stand as you are able.
Prelude | John Grecia, organ Meditation on “The King of Love My Shepherd Is” Eugene Englert (1931-2024)
+ Call to Worship
O come, let us sing to the Lord and shout with joy to the rock of our salvation!
Let us come into God’s presence with thanksgiving, singing joyful songs of praise. Let us worship the Lord together.
+ Hymn 35: LOBE DEN HERREN Praise Ye , the Lord the Almighty
+ Call to Confession
+ Prayer of Confession
Eternal God, in whom we live and move and have our being, whose face is hidden from us by our sins, and whose mercy we forget in the blindness of our hearts: Cleanse us from all our offenses, and deliver us from proud thoughts and vain desires, that with reverent and humble hearts we may draw near to you, confessing our faults, confiding in your grace, and finding in you our refuge and strength; through Jesus Christ your Son. Amen.
+ Declaration of Forgiveness I declare to you in the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. Thanks be to God.
+ Response of Praise: Christ is the World’s True Light
ST. JOAN
+ Passing of the Peace
The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.
Words of Welcome & Announcements
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading | Jeremiah 7:1-7
+ Hymn 316: TWENTY-FOURTH Where Charity and Love Prevail
Scripture Reading | 1 Corinthians 12:12-31
Anthem | Quartet
Trad. Shaker Song/Ephraim Frost (1825-1904)
Arr. Kevin Seigfried (b. 1969) Angels of Heaven
The angels of heaven are marching around the borders of Zion’s holy ground. Their music harmonious how it doth ring, and this is the heavenly song they sing: Holy, holy, holiness unto the Lord. Love ye, love ye, love ye one another.
Sermon | The Rev. Ryan Balsan | “Body Works”
Time for Reflection
Affirmation of Faith | A selection from, ‘A Brief Statement of Faith’
In life and in death we belong to God. Through the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ,the love of God,and the communion of the Holy Spirit,we trust in the one triune God, the Holy One of Israel,whom alone we worship and serve. We trust in Jesus Christ, fully human, fully God.Jesus proclaimed the reign of God:preaching good news to the poorand release to the captives,teaching by word and deed and blessing the children,healing the sickand binding up the brokenhearted, eating with outcasts, forgiving sinners,and calling all to repent and believe the gospel.Unjustly condemned for blasphemy and sedition,Jesus was crucified, suffering the depths of human painand giving his life for the sins of the world. God raised this Jesus from the dead,vindicating his sinless life,breaking the power of sin and evil,delivering us from death to life eternal.
Invitation to Gratitude
Text the word GIVE (not case sensitive) to our church's Giving Number: (610)-819-4483, or scan the QR code on your phone. Please feel free to give in-person as well.
Offertory Anthem | 9:30AM Chancel Choir | 11:00AM Quartet + Choral Scholars
Swing Low , Sweet Chariot Traditional Spiritual Arr. Andrew Pryce Jackman (1946-2003)
Swing low , sweet chariot. Comin' for to carry me home. Swing low , sweet chariot. Comin' for to carry me home. I looked over Jordan, what did I see? Comin' for to carry me home. Let me tell you 'bout a band of angels comin' after me , comin' for to carry me. Swing low , sweet chariot. Comin' for to carry me home.
+ Doxology (Hymn 606) and Prayer of Dedication
Orison | 9:30AM Chancel Choir | 11:00AM Quartet + Choral Scholars
Holy Spirit, Fall on Me
Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer
Mary Kay Beall (b. 1943)
+ Hymn 852: I’LL FLY AWAY When the Lord Redeems the Very Least
Benediction | 9:30AM Chancel Choir | 11:00AM Quartet + Choral Scholars
Hal H. Hopson (b. 1933) Go in Peace
Postlude | John Grecia, organ Postlude on a Theme by Orlando Gibbons (Song 22)
Charles Villiers Stanford (1852-1924)
CHANCEL FLOWER DEDICATIONS
A red rose is dedicated to Avery Ann Hunt, born February 1, 2025. Parents are Amanda Booz & Austin Hunt.
ASH WEDNESDAY
BEGIN YOUR LENTEN JOURNEY WITH US SERVICE AND DISTRIBUTION OF ASHES
MARCH 5 | 7:00PM | SANCTUARY
This service will be available on Livestream.
LOOKING AHEAD IN WORSHIP
JOIN US ON SUNDAYS AT 9:30 & 11:00AM
Sunday, February 23
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching
PCUSA MISSION PARTNER OF THE WEEK
JENNY BENT & MARK HARE
LATIN AMERICAN BIBLICAL INSTITUTE
Jenny and Mark are mission co-workers in Costa Rica serving with Latin American Biblical Institute, dedicated to climate justice and ecological sustainability. The programs they lead embody a practical theology that potentiates local resources, feeds the body and the soul, and challenges dependency on global food markets.
EMAIL | mark.hare@pcusa.org & jenny.bent@pcusa.org
WPC MISSION PARTNER OF THE WEEK
BRANDON MCNEICE
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (CCA)
Brandon serves as the Head of School and CEO of CCA. Founded by Dr. Tony Campolo, this Christian day-school provides K-8 education in a safe, disciplined, and spiritual environment to at-risk children in Southwest Philadelphia. Over 95% of the students complete high school on time, and most pursue a college degree.
ADDRESS | 1939 South 58th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143-5513
ANNOUNCEMENTS
MUSIC TRANSFORMS | A FREE BENEFIT CONCERT Join us in the Sanctuary on Sunday, February 23 at 4:00PM for an evening of music featuring cellist, Jeffrey Solow with pianist, Erin Auerbach. This event supports the Cornerstone Christian Academy Orchestra in Southwest Philadelphia. Reception to follow in the Connector.
DOING A NEW THING! | A MULTIGENERATIONAL EVENT WinGS extends an invitation for women and girls of all ages to come together for an afternoon of fun & fellowship! Join us in the Chapel on Sunday, February 23 from 12:15PM2:00PM to create your own mosaic tile tray and enjoy a comforting lunch. Please register on waynepres.org by tomorrow, Monday, February 17.
ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST Children’s Ministry invites you to the annual Pancake Breakfast, hosted by our 4th & 5th Graders. Join us in the Chapel on Sunday, March 2 following 9:30AM worship. Questions? Contact Kelli Masters at: kelli@waynepres.org.
SAVE THE DATES FOR VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2025! This summer, Children’s Ministry will learn what it means to ‘trust Jesus in a wild world!’ Mark your calendars to join us June 23 - 27 from 9AM - 12PM. Registration opens April 1, 2025. This program is for children aged 4 (by June 1, 2025) - 4th grade. If would like to volunteer to be a part of this amazing adventure, please contact Kelli Masters at: kelli@waynepres.org.
A TRIP TO THE THEATRE! You are invited to commemorate Black History Month with Adult Education. Join us on March 9 at 2:00PM for a performance of “A Raisin in the Sun” by Lorraine Hansberry at People’s Light Theatre in Malvern. Dinner and drinks to follow at Sly Fox. Tickets are $35.00 each. Please email Janice Mack with inquiries at: gardengirl65@gmail.com.
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THE CASSEROLE MINISTRY ON FEBRUARY 21 We need your help! Spare a few hours to make a significant impact for those battling food insecurity in our community. Meet us in the WPC Kitchen at 9AM. Contact Lynne Samson to sign-up at: Lynnesamson3@gmail.com.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: UPCOMING FAMILY PROMISE HOST
WEEK WPC will host families in partnership with Family Promise of the Main Line from March 2-9. If you ’ re interested in getting involved, please contact Leslie Dudt at lhdudt@gmail.com to find out all of the different ways you can volunteer to support this important mission work, and sign-up. Thank you!
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