YNE BYTERIANCHURCH W
Sharing the Ministry of Jesus Christ through worship, growing, serving and caring
December 29, 2024 | 10:00AM
First Sunday of Christmas
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Sunday, December 29, 2024
Prelude | Ryan Fleming, piano | John Grecia, organ
Lo , How a Rose E’er Blooming
+ Call to Worship
The Word became flesh to live among us; now we have seen the glory of God. Let us worship God together!
First Sunday of Christmas
Setting: Mark Hayes & Marvin Gaspard
+ Hymn 143: REGENT SQUARE Angels from the Realms of Glory
+ Call to Confession
+ Prayer of Confession
Merciful God, in great love you have claimed us as your children. We confess that we have not loved you as we should. We have not participated fully in your purposes and plans; we grow weary and give up when the way is hard. We have not loved our brothers and sisters as you intend. Complacent in the presence of injustice and violence, we fail to recognize our own complicity. Forgive us, O God, for the ways we turn from you. Strengthen us in our time of testing. Set us free from fear and sin, so that we wholly trust in you. We pray this in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
+ Declaration of Forgiveness
Believe the Good News of the Gospel. In of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven!
+ Response of Praise GLORIA
+ Passing of the Peace
The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.
Words of Welcome & Announcements
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading | Luke 2: 41-52
Sermon | The Rev. Ryan Balsan | “Hope is Here”
Time for Reflection
Hymn Sing
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. Invitation to Gratitude
+ Offertory Hymn 136: GO TELL IT Go , Tell It on the Mountain + Doxology (Hymn 606) and Prayer of Dedication
Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer Hymn Sing
+ Closing Hymn 132: IN DULCI JUBILO Good Christian Friends , Rejoice
Benediction
Postlude | John Grecia, organ In dulci jubilo Norman Dello Joio (1913-2008)
LOOKING AHEAD IN WORSHIP
Sunday, January 5
Epiphany & Communion Sunday Rev. Katy Shevel Preaching
PASTORAL & WORSHIP LEADERSHIP
Pastoral Care Associate Rev. Timothy Pretz | TPretz@waynepres.org | ext. 228 Senior Pastor & Head of Staff Rev. Ryan Balsan | Ryan@waynepres.org | ext. 214
Associate Pastor Rev. Katy Shevel | Katy@waynepres.org | ext. 219
Phone: 6106888700 | Website: waynepresorg | Address: 125 E Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087
FELLOWSHIP OF THE BEAN | UPCOMING GUEST SPEAKER!
You are invited to “A Conversation about Christian Nationalism” with special guest speaker Manfred Brauch, on Sundays, January 5, 12, and 19 at 9:30AM in the Fireside Room. This special event is presented by Fellowship of the Bean, who will not be meeting in the Library while this series is taking place. All are welcome!
MUSIC TRANSFORMS | CHRISTMAS IN THE COLONIES
| Please join us on Sunday, January 5 at 4:00PM for a concert featuring American Christmas music of the 18th and 19th centuries, performed by an octet including our Director of Music Ministries, John Grecia. This is a free benefit concert supporting the Cornerstone Christian Academy Orchestra in Southwest Philadelphia. We hope to see you there!
NEW MEMBER CLASS | SUNDAY, JANUARY 12, 12PM, FIRESIDE RM
| We're so happy you ' re here! Whether you are new to us or have been worshipping with us for a little while, you are welcome to join us for a time of fellowship and discussion about taking this next step in your faith journey. Pastor Ryan will be leading our time together, and a light lunch will be provided by our Andrew Ministry team. Please RSVP to Rev. Katy Shevel at katy@waynepres.org. *This class is open to all who are currently discerning joining our church family and anyone who has already joined but has yet to take a new member class.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: UPCOMING FAMILY PROMISE
HOST WEEK | WPC will host families in partnership with Family Promise of the Main Line from January 12 - 19. Please scan the QR code to learn of the different ways you can volunteer to support this important mission work, and sign-up. Additionally, new coordinators are needed to lead our 2025 host weeks. If interested in this position, please reach out to Nancy Monahan at: nkmonahan@gmail.com. Thank you!
SAVE THE DATE: 2025 ANNUAL MEETING & ALL-CHURCH BRUNCH!
You’re invited to attend our 2025 Annual Meeting followed by an all-church brunch in the Chapel on Sunday, February 2. We will hold one worship service at 10AM, and the meeting will immediately follow at 11AM. At the commencement of the meeting, all will join for fellowship in the Chapel for brunch. More information to come.
COFFEE HOUR FOOD DONATIONS
| Bring treats for Coffee Hour, held in the Connector on Sundays in-between Worship services! Date of donation is by surname. Jan 5, M - R | Jan 12, S - Z | Jan 19, A - F | Jan 26, G - L. Please contact Marian Hollingsworth with any questions at: mhholling@gmail.com.