9 Sunday after Pentecost th 10:00AM Worship
Leighton of Stretton, Frederic Leighton, Baron, 1830-1896. David, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN https://digliblibraryvanderbiltedu/act-imagelinkpl?RC=55615 [retrieved July 21, 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
COFFEE HOUR
11:00AM | Connector
CHILDREN’S SUMMER BOOK CLUB
11:15AM | Library
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Sunday, AUGUST 02, 2026
10:00AM Worship
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching Communion Sunday
SUNDAY, AUGUST 09, 2026
10:00AM Worship
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching
PRAYER REQUESTS PRAYER
Please hold the following in prayer:
Bebe, Carl, Dick Parker, Ellen Aman, Jane, Lorraine, Lynda, Mary Hodge, Nancy Dever, Richard, Scott Laird, Tom & family
We express Christian sympathy to Doug Nigro and family for the loss of his father, Joseph Philip Nigro who passed away on July 14, 2026.
To submit a prayer request to the Prayer & Praise Team , visit waynepres.org or call the church office.
ORDER OF WORSHIP
+ Please stand as you are able.
Prelude | John Grecia, organ Melody
+ Call to Worship
Cry out with joy to the Lord, all the earth! Worship the Lord with gladness.
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (1875-1912)
Come into God’s presence with singing! for the Lord is a gracious God, whose mercy is everlasting; and whose faithfulness endures to all generations.
+ Hymn 4: Holy God , We Praise Your Name
GROSSER GOTT, WIR LOBEN DICH
+ Prayer of Confession
+ Call to 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
The mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting. I declare to you, in the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. May the God of mercy, who forgives all your sins, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.
+ Response of Praise
GLORIA PATRI (Greatorex)
+ 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 | John 18:36-37
O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go + Hymn 833:
Scripture Reading | II Samuel 7:1-29
Anthem | Quartet
Praise to the Lord , the Almighty
ST.
MARGARET
Hugo Distler (1908-1942)
Tune: LOBE DEN HERRN, 17th Century
Praise to the Lord , the Almighty, the King of creation. My heart is longing to offer up sweet adoration. Melody make; dulcimer , harp now awake. Sound forth your praise, every nation. Praise the Almighty o ’ er all life so wondrously reigning, and , as on the wings of an eagle uplifting, sustaining. Gos is our rest , working in all for the best. Look to God’s gracious ordaining.
- Joachim Neander (1650-1680), tr. Martin A. Seltz (b. 1951)
Sermon | “Remember ‘Thy Kingdom Come” | Kyle Putnam
Time for Reflection
+ 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, 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.
Invitation to Gratitude
To donate online now, text the word GIVE to our church's Giving Number: (610) 819 - 4483, or scan the QR code on your smart phone. Please also feel free to give in-person in the baskets at the front of the Sanctuary.
Offertory Anthem | Summer Chancel Choir
Total Praise
Richard Smallwood (1948-2025)
Lord , I will lift mine eyes to the hills , knowing my help is coming from you. Your peace you give me in time of the storm. You are the source of my strength, you are the strength of my life. I lift my hands in total praise to you. Amen
+ Doxology (Hymn 606) and Prayer of Dedication
Orison | Summer Chancel Choir
Come and Fill Our Hearts Jacques Berthier (1923-1994)
The Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer
+ Hymn 550: LAUDATE DOMINUM Give Praise to the Lord
+ Benediction | Summer Chancel Choir
Sevenfold Amen
Postlude | John Grecia, organ
Postlude in C
Peter C. Lutkin (1858-1931)
Peter C. Lutkin
Join us on Sunday, August 2, following the 10:00AM worship service as we celebrate the marriage of Rev. Katy and James. Enjoy cake and refreshments, offer your congratulations, and spend time with the happy couple as we rejoice in this special new chapter of their lives. To RSVP, sign up to volunteer for setup or during the event, or contribute a food item, please scan the QR codes below. Please contact Marian Hollingsworth at: mhholling@gmail.com. Thank you!
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SUPPORT THE 2026 YOUTH MINISTRY RETREAT SUPPORT THE YOUTH RETREAT
ONE PUZZLE PIECE AT A TIME
LAST CALL! Your contribution helps to offset the cost of the upcoming 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 272 pieces and have 28 remaining, reaching 90% of our goal. Help us reach our target amount of $6000!
ANNOUNCEMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS
POETRY AND THE BIBLE Join your pastors Katy & Ryan after church on Sundays starting today through August 23 to chat about poetry and the Bible. We’ll come together in the Fireside Room from 11:30AM-1:00PM. We will not meet on August 2 because we will be celebrating with Katy & James.
MUSIC MINISTRY SUMMER EVENTS
Join us this summer for two remaining 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 RING | Selah & Te Deum Bell Choirs | Music Room Sunday, July 26, 3:00 - 5:00PM. Contact Ryan Fleming at ADMusic@waynepres.org
SUMMER SINGS | Wayne Oratorio Society | Sanctuary Summer Sing II: August 4, 7:00-9:00PM Contact John Grecia at WOS@waynepres.org.
FIRST FRIDAY SENIOR LUNCH GROUP
Join us in the Chapel on August 7 at 12:30PM as we continue our new monthly tradition at Wayne Presbyterian Church! A time for good food, relaxed conversation, and fun! Lunch will be catered and a free-will offering will be taken. RSVP to Alice Hood at alicesmu@aol.com.
SAVE THE DATE: ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC Join us on Sunday, September 6, immediately following worship for our annual end-of-summer All-Church Picnic, hosted by the Community Fellowship Committee! Come enjoy a wonderful afternoon of good food, great fellowship, music, and family-friendly fun as we celebrate the close of summer together. This is a great opportunity to connect with friends, meet new faces, and enjoy time as a church family. All are welcome.
WORSHIP AT WPC THIS FALL! Mark your calendars! Our Fall Kickoff is Sunday, September 13, as we launch a new ministry year filled with opportunities for worship, fellowship, learning, and service. We're also excited to return to our twoservice worship schedule beginning that day. We hope you'll join us as we gather together, reconnect after the summer, and look ahead to all God has in store for our church family this fall. Stay tuned for more details!
WPC WEEKLY AGENDA
SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2026
10:00 AM-11:00 AM, 10:00AM Worship (One Service Only)
10:00 AM-11:00 AM, Summer Sunday School
11:00 AM-11:30 AM, Coffee Hour
11:15 AM-12:30 PM, Children's Summer Book Club
11:30 AM-1:00 PM, Poetry and the Bible with Pastors Ryan & Katy
3:00 PM-5:00 PM, Summer Ring
7:00 PM-9:00 PM, Music From Our Garden: Night 2
SUNDAY, AUGUST 02, 2026
Sunday, June 28, 2026
10:00AM-11:00AM - 10:00AM Worship (One Service Only)
10:00 AM-11:00 AM, 10:00AM Worship (One Service Only)
10:00AM-11:00AM - Summer Sunday School
10:00 AM-11:00 AM, Summer Sunday School
11:00AM-11:30AM - Coffee Hour
11:00 AM-1:00 PM, Celebrating Katy & James!
11:00AM-2:00PM - Faith in Action Committee Planning Meeting
3:00 PM-5:00 PM, Bible in a Book Bag: Packing Event
11:15AM-12:30PM - Children's Summer Book Club
Wednesday, July 01, 2026
1:30PM-2:30PM - Worship at Shannondell
7:00PM-8:00PM - Community Fellowship Committee Meeting
Thursday, July 02, 2026
1:00PM-3:00PM - Property Committee Meeting
Friday, July 03, 2026
all day - Independence Day observed
12:30PM-2:00PM - First Friday Senior Lunch
Saturday, July 04, 2026
all day - Independence Day Sunday, July 05, 2026
10:00AM-11:00AM - 10:00AM Worship (One Service Only)
10:00AM-11:00AM - Summer Sunday School
11:00AM-11:30AM - Coffee Hour
PASTORAL
11:15AM-12:30PM - Children's Summer Book Club WPC WEEKLY AGENDA
SENIOR PASTOR & HEAD OF STAFF Rev. Ryan Balsan | Ryan@waynepres.org | ext. 214 A FULL STAFF DIRECTORY CAN BE FOUND AT WAYNEPRES.ORG. WITH QUESTIONS, CALL
ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF CONGREGATIONAL
Rev. Katy Shevel | Katy@waynepres.org | ext. 219
PASTORAL CARE ASSOCIATE
Rev. Timothy Pretz | TPretz@waynepres.org | ext. 228
