June 28, 2026
5 Sunday after Pentecost th 10:00AM Worship
Tapestry of David slaying Goliath, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN https://digliblibraryvanderbiltedu/act-imagelinkpl?RC=54864 [retrieved June 23, 2026]
Phone: 6106888700 | Website: waynepresorg | Address: 125 E Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087
SUNDAY WORSHIP, EDUCATION & FELLOWSHIP SUNDAY WORSHIP, EDUCATION
CHILD CARE
For infants & toddlers
9:45AM - 11:15PM | Rooms 101/102
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL
10:00AM-11:00AM
Preschool (Age 2 - Pre-K) | Room 103
Elementary School | Fireside Room
WORSHIP
10:00AM | Sanctuary
CHILDREN’S SUMMER BOOK CLUB
11:15AM | Library
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LOOKING AHEAD IN WORSHIP LOOKING AHEAD WORSHIP
SUNDAY, JULY 5, 2026
10:00AM Worship
Rev. Katy Shevel Preaching
SUNDAY, JULY 19, 2026
10:00AM Worship
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching
SUNDAY, JULY 12, 2026
10:00AM Worship
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching
SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2026
10:00AM Worship Kyle Putnam Preaching
PRAYER REQUESTS PRAYER
Please hold the following in prayer:
Carl, Chad Slate, Dick Parker, Jane, Lorraine, Lynda, Nancy Dever, Richard, Tom & family, William Condran
To submit a prayer request to the Prayer & Praise Team , visit waynepresorg or call the church office
ORDER OF WORSHIP
+ Please stand as you are able.
Prelude | John Grecia, organ Prayer, Op. 17 , No. 1
+ Call to Worship
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change, though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea; though it’s waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble with its tumult. The Lord of hosts is with us, the God of Jacob is our refuge. Let us worship the Lord together.
+ Hymn 12:
Immortal , Invisible , God Only Wise
+ Call to Confession
+ Prayer of Confession
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Holy God, we ask for your help, your power, your Spirit, so that we can amend our lives and grow more each day into the image of Christ. We confess that we fear what is different. We confess that we have not lived out your call to share in abundant life and unconditional love. We believe that you have the power to turn us around by your grace, so that we can live lives that reflect your love for the world. By your grace forgive us, and by your Spirit transform us. Give us the energy, intelligence, imagination, and love to be your people in all we say and do. Amen.
+ Declaration of Forgiveness
Friends, hear the Good News: the mercy of God is from everlasting to everlasting. In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Thanks be to God!
+ Response of Praise
+ Passing of the Peace
The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you.
Words of Welcome & Announcements
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading | Matthew 17:14-20
Be Thou My Vision + Hymn 450:
Scripture Reading | I Samuel 17:1-58
Anthem | Quartet Finn Viderø (1906-1987)
O Love of Whom is Truth and Light
O love of whom is truth and light, the word and spirit, life and power, whose heart was bared to smite , to shield us in our trial hour: O love , I give myself to thee , thine ever , only thine to be. -Johann Scheffler (1624-1677), tr. Catherine Winkworth (18271878)
Sermon | “How to Beat a Giant” | The Rev. Ryan Balsan
Time for Reflection
The Sacrament of Baptism
Bryson Reed Stobbe, son of Mike and Erika Stobbe
+ Affirmation of Faith | The Apostles’ Creed
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate,
+ Affirmation of Faith | The Apostles’ Creed | Continued from previous page. was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, is seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
Baptismal Hymn 377: I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light (Verse 1) HOUSTON
Invitation to Gratitude
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Offertory Anthem | Summer Chancel Choir
How Excellent Thy Name (from Saul)
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)
How excellent Thy Name , O Lord , in all the world is known! Above all heavens , O King adored , how hast Thou set Thy glorious Throne! - Charles Jennens (1700-1773)
+ Doxology (Hymn 606) and Prayer of Dedication
Orison | Summer Chancel Choir
Hear Our Prayer, O Lord
The Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer
George Whelpton (1847-1930)
Samuel S. Wesley (1861-1935)
+ Hymn 49: LEONI The God of Abraham Praise
+ Benediction | Summer Chancel Choir
May the Peace of God Surround You Gary Metheny
Postlude | John Grecia, organ
Sketch in C Robert Schumann (1810-1856)
Please remain seated and enjoy the postlude in its entirety, as an extension of our worship. Thank you!
CHANCEL FLOWERS DEDICATION CHANCEL FLOWERS DEDICATION
The Chancel flowers are dedicated to the glory of God and in honor of Bryson Reed Stobbe's maternal grandparents, Ellen & Gary Hineman, and in loving remembrance of Bryson Stobbe's paternal grandparents, Angie & Walt Stobbe.
SUPPORT THE 2026 YOUTH MINISTRY RETREAT SUPPORT 2026 YOUTH MINISTRY RETREAT
ONE PUZZLE PIECE AT A TIME
Your contribution helps to offset the cost of the 2026 Montreat Youth Trip. Each piece purchased brings us closer to revealing a photo from last year ’ s Montreat experience, and helps our youth flourish in faith, friendship, and service. Let’s complete the puzzle together to empower our youth on their journeys to discipleship! Donations can be made in-person or on our website.
HOW TO CONTRIBUTE
Purchase puzzle pieces in-person in the Connector following worship today for $20 each
Donate to the fund online by scanning the QR code and selecting ‘Montreat’ from the Fund dropdown.
We’ve sold 192 pieces and have 108 remaining, reaching 64% of our goal. Help us reach our target amount of $6000!
ANNOUNCEMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS
BE A FAN OF CITY LIGHTS
Many in the CityLights community families with young children, seniors, and those with health concerns—depend on fans to stay safe during the summer heat. Donate fans and/or air conditioners by dropping them off in the Connector, or donate to the Fan Fund. Monetary donations can be made by check made out to WPC (write FAN on the memo line), or given online at waynepres.org/giving (select the Fan Fund from the dropdown). Help us hit our goal of 100 fans by July 4! Contact Sally Hudson at: sally.g.hudson@gmail.com.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Make a difference by donating blood at WPC on Wednesday, July 8 from 1:30PM - 6:30PM. Your donation could save a life! Reserve a time slot at redcrossblood.org, using Sponsor Code: WAYNEPRES. Reach out to Deacon, Mike Sieger with any questions at michael.sieger@verizon.net. Thank you for your participation!
MUSIC FROM OUR GARDEN From Buenos Aires to the Middle East: Tango, Malfuf & Hora: A Dialogue in Three Movements | Join us on July 25 and 26 at 7:00PM, for two evenings of extraordinary music in a beautiful garden settings. Each night will feature a different repertoire, so consider coming both nights for the full experience! This event features Udi Bar-David, cello, Shinjoo Cho,
Bandeoneon, and Joseph Tayoun, Middle Eastern percussion. Tickets are on sale now and expected to sell quickly. This concert benefits the Wayne Oratorio Society. Bring your friends and a lawn chair!
MUSIC MINISTRY SUMMER EVENTS Join us this summer for three opportunities to experience our music ministry firsthand! Whether you love to sing, ring, or play, these events are open to anyone curious about getting involved with the Wayne Oratorio Society, and/or the Selah and Te Deum Bell Choirs. Come meet the ensembles, make music together & see where you might fit in the year ahead; no commitment required!
SUMMER SINGS | Wayne Oratorio Society
Summer Sing I - Tuesday, July 14, 7:00-9:00PM & Summer Sing II: August 4, 7:009:00PM. Contact John Grecia at WOS@waynepres.org.
SUMMER RING | Selah & Te Deum Bell Choirs
Sunday, July 26, 3:00 - 5:00PM. Contact Ryan Fleming at ADMusic@waynepres.org