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Sundays | 10:00AM
Monday - Thursday | 8:30AM - 4:30PM
September 1, 2024
Fifteenth Sunday of Pentecost
SUNDAY EDUCATION & FELLOWSHIP OFFERINGS
Childcare for Infants and Toddlers
Room 103 | 10:00AM
Summer Sunday School: 10:00AM
Pre-K - 5th Grade | Fireside Room
PRAYER REQUESTS
Please remember the following people in prayer:
Bethany, Carl, Craig, Curtis, Debbie, Debby, Florence, Jess and family, Jane, Jill, Johnson, Lauren, Mason, Miranda, Nancy, Paula, Richard, the family of Austin Ricketts, Sarah, Bill Vollmer and family.
*Please remember to sign the Letters of Compassion that can be found in the Connector after todays service.*
If you have a prayer concern and would like to share with The Prayer and Praise Team, please call the church office at: (610) 688-8700 to leave a confidential voicemail, go to the homepage of the WPC website and click on the prayer request link, or use the WPC app on your phone.
COFFEE HOUR
FOOD DONATIONS
Members are asked to bring homemade goodies or storebought packaged treats for Coffee Hour Fellowship held in the Connector on Sundays in-between Worship services.
Date of Donation by Surname
Sept 8 | G - L
Sept 15 | M - R
Sept 22 | S - Z
Sept 9 | A - F
Please contact Marian Hollingsworth with any questions.
mhholling@gmail.com (484) 557 - 5733
Sunday, September 1, 2024
Fifteenth Sunday of
+ Please stand as you are able.
Prelude | Melanie Eberhard, organ
Schmücke dich, o liebe Seele, BWV 654
Words of Welcome
+ Call to Worship | 1 Peter 2:9-10
J.S. Bach (1685-1750)
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 14: DIX For the Beauty of the Earth
+ 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!
+ Assurance of Grace | 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.
+ Declaration of Forgiveness
Friends, believe the Good News of the Gospel. In Jesus Christ we are forgiven.
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+ Passing of the Peace
The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading | Romans 12: 1-8
+ Hymn 697 (vv 1, 2, 5):
Take My Life
Scripture Reading | Joshua 3: 5-17
Quartet Anthem
Cantate Domino
Giuseppe Pitoni (1657-1743)
Sing to the Lord a new song: let the congregation of saints praise him. Let Israel rejoice in him who made them: and the people of Zion rejoice in their King.
Sermon | Rev. Timothy Pretz | “How to Discourage Your New Pastor”
Time for Reflection
Affirmation of Faith | 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.
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 smart phone. Please feel free to give in-person as well.
Offertory Anthem | Summer Chancel Choir
The Kingdom of Heaven
Davis Giersch (b. 1947)
We come to know the kingdom of heaven at different times, in different ways. For those who come last and those who come first – God's mercy is given to you. We know our God is a generous God, a god of grace, a god of love. For the last will be first and the first will be last, and heaven is open to you. We are as workers in the vineyard, often jealous, often grumbling with greed. But the joy of our labor and the strength of our faith will lead us, show us, reveal the kingdom of heaven. God’s mercy, God’s kingdom, God’s heaven is given to you. - based on Matthew 20: 1-16
+ Doxology (Hymn 606) and Prayer of Dedication
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly hosts; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Orison | Summer Chancel Choir
Come and Fill Our Hearts
Jacques Berthier (1923-1994)
Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer + Hymn 719: Come, Labor On ORA LABORA
Benediction | Summer Chancel Choir
Peter C. Lutkin (1858-1931) Sevenfold Amen
Postlude | Melanie Eberhard, organ Litanie
Marcel Dupré (1886-1971)
JOIN US FOR WORSHIP
September 8 at 10:00AM
Rev. Katy Shevel
September 15 at 9:30 & 11:00AM
Rev. Katy Shevel Preaching
September 22 at 9:30 & 11:00AM
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching
THANK YOU TO TODAY’S WORSHIP LEADERS
The Worship and Music Committee is thankful for our Liturgist, Ushers, Quartet, and Summer Chancel Choir for sharing their many gifts with our congregation. Special thank you to Melanie Eberhard for filling in as our guest organist and choir director.
MISSION PARTNERS OF THE WEEK
WPC Partner | Pastor Ann Marie Gore
Ann Marie is President and Director of Sherwood Christian Outreach Center in Southwest Philadelphia which offers day care for infants through 5 year olds, a summer day camp, and a soup kitchen. Ann also pastors the Sherwood congregation.
Address: Sherwood Christian Outreach, PO Box 23513, Philadelphia, PA 19143
PCUSA Co-worker of the Week | Ellen Smith
As regional liaison for Eastern Europe (Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, and Poland), Ellen Smith facilitates Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) support for partner programs, relationships and activities and will implement Presbyterian World Mission strategy.
Emails: ellen.smith@pcusa.org
END-OF-SUMMER PICNIC: SEPTEMBER 8
Join your Wayne Presbyterian Church community & celebrate the end-of-summer!
All are invited for this loved event, graciously coordinated by the Community Fellowship Committee. Fun for the whole family will include moon bounces, face painting, food, music, an ice cream truck, and more!
Sunday, September 8 | Immediately following 10AM Worship
FALL LAUNCH & WORSHIP SCHEDULE CHANGE: SEPT 15
Our Children’s, Youth and Adult Education Ministry leaders are working hard to prepare in anticipation of the 2024-2025 program year launch. Worship will return to a 9:30AM & 11AM schedule. Stay tuned for more information regarding class offerings. More fun, fellowship & learning is just around the corner.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 A reminder that the church office will be closed tomorrow, Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day. All staff is scheduled to be off. Thank you!
REGISTER NOW FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL WITH CHILDREN’S MINISTRY This program year, Children’s Ministry will be Growing in Grace & Gratitude on Sunday mornings at 9:30AM. This Sunday School program is for children 2 years - Grade 5. For more information, please contact Kelli Masters at kelli@waynepres.org. Scan the QR code to register now.
REGISTER NOW FOR YOUTH MINISTRY FALL 2024-2025 For kids in grades 6-12. Register now to join us in Sunday School on Sundays at 9:30AM and /or Youth Group on Sundays at 6:00PM. For more information, please contact Kelli Masters at kelli@waynepres.org. Scan the QR code to register.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Session has recently chartered a Membership Committee, the purpose of which is to welcome visitors to WPC, seek new members, and encourage current members to fully engage in the life of the church of Jesus Christ. If you are seeking greater involvement in your church and would enjoy getting to know more members of your church family, please prayerfully consider joining our efforts. For more information, contact Rev. Katy Shevel at (610) 688-8700 ext. 219 and katy@waynepres.org OR Pamela Jensen (610) 688-6717 and jens0581@alumni.umn.edu.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Please consider signing up to donate blood with us on Wednesday, September 11 from 1:30PM - 6:30PM. Sign-up at redcrossblood.org using Sponsor Code: waynepres, or email your preferred time to Mike Sieger at michael.sieger@verizon.net, or Wendy Norman at wnormanpa@yahoo.com.
VOLUNTEER FOR RADNOR FALL FEST! Represent Wayne Presbyterian Church at the Radnor Fall Festival, hosted by the Wayne Business Association! Come hang out with us at our table on Sunday, Sept. 15 from 12:00 - 4:00PM on North Wayne Ave. Play games, hand out WPC merch, and have great conversations with friendly people! Sound like fun? Reach out to Jennie Hagin at jenniferduck1@comcast.net.
FAMILY PROMISE HOST WEEK: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
WPC will be hosting families in partnership with Family Promise of the Main Line (fpmainline.org), formerly known as Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN). This ongoing mission work is vital to the life of our church. If you feel called to contribute, volunteers are needed during our upcoming host week, September 15 - September 22. Please reach out to Nancy Monahan at: nkmonahan@gmail.com. Thank you!
LUNCH & LEARN WITH REV. RYAN BALSAN
We are excited to invite you to a series of Lunch & Learn events led by our new Head Pastor and Head of Staff, Rev. Ryan Balsan. Join us in the Chapel on September 22 and 29 at 12PM for these engaging and inspiring gatherings. Come prepared to be lead in meaningful discussions and to share insights that will enrich your faith journey. We look forward to seeing you there!
PASTORAL & WORSHIP LEADERSHIP
Associate Pastor of Congregational Life
Rev. Katy Shevel | katy@waynepres.org | ext. 219
Interim Pastoral Care Associate (Wednesdays and Fridays)
Rev. Timothy Pretz | TPretz@waynepres.org | ext. 228
Director of Music Ministries
John Grecia | JGrecia@waynepres.org | ext. 224
CHURCH STAFF & OPERATIONS
Director of Finance and Operations
John Pitocchelli | john@waynepres.org | ext. 216
Church Accountant
Joy Collas | joy@waynepres.org | ext. 210
Children’s & Youth Ministry Director
Kelli Masters | kelli@waynepres.org | ext. 222
Digital Marketing & Technology Coordinator
Nicole Veith | nicole@waynepres.org | ext. 220
Events and Publications Coordinator
Christina Sacco | christina@waynepres.org | ext. 225
Executive Assistant to the Pastors
Kate Ligouri | kate@waynepres.org | ext. 212
Facilities Manager
Alberto Urbina | alberto@waynepres.org | ext. 236
Housekeeping
Cathy Chandler | cathy@waynepres.org | ext. 245
Nursery School Director
Dana Arranz | DArranz@waynepres.org | 610-688-9696 | www.waynepreskids.org
Children’s Ministry Asst. | Youth Ministry Asst.
Julia Thompson | Evelyn Widham | ext. 237
Phone: 6106888700 | Website: waynepresorg | Address: 125 E Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087
