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March 22, 2026 | 5 Sunday of Lent th 9:30AM Worship | Sanctuary 11:00AM Worship | Chapel
Theophanes the Greek and workshop Transfiguration, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN https://digliblibraryvanderbiltedu/act-imagelinkpl?RC=59721 [retrieved March 19, 2026]
Phone: 6106888700 | Website: waynepresorg | Address: 125 E Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087
SUNDAY WORSHIP, EDUCATION & FELLOWSHIP SUNDAY WORSHIP, EDUCATION & FELLOWSHIP
WORSHIP
9:30AM* | Sanctuary
11:00AM | Chapel
*Livestream available on waynepres.org.
CHILD CARE
For infants & toddlers
9:15AM - 12:15PM | Rooms 101/102
SUNDAY SCHOOL
9:30AM-10:30AM
Preschool (Age 2 - Pre-K) | Rm 103
Kindergarten & 1 Grade | Rm 304 st
2 & 3 Grade | Rm 301 nd rd
4 & 5 Grade | Rm 306 th th
Middle School (6 & 7 ) | Rm 204 th th
Confirmation Class (8 Grade) | Knox Rm th
High School | Rms 208/209
Grades K-5 start in Rm 303 for Joyful Noise and move to their classrooms afterwards.
FOR A FULL VIEW OF EVENTS & PROGRAMMING, VISIT OUR PROGRAMMING, WEBSITE: WEBSITE: WAYNEPRES.ORG WAYNEPRES.ORG. .
FELLOWSHIP OF THE BEAN
Adult Discussion Group
9:30 & 11:00AM | Library
SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY with Dr. Joe Modica 9:30AM | Fireside Room
COFFEE HOUR FELLOWSHIP
10:30AM | Connector
Join us in-between worship services , or afterwards on days with one service only.
CHILDREN’S CHOIR REHEARSAL
For children in Kindergarten - Grade 5 10:30AM | Room 303
YOUTH GROUP
For children in Grades 6-12 6:00PM - 8:00PM | Rooms 208/209
LET’S PAUSE.. GIVE IT UP FOR LENT
Small Group for Women 6:00PM - 8:00PM | Fireside Room
PRAYER REQUESTS PRAYER REQUESTS
Please hold the following in prayer: Carl, Dick & Sue Parker, Jane, Jess, Kiki Ross, Lorraine, Lynda, Nancy, Richard, Tom & family, Wendy Mercaldo, and Forest ‘Jerry’ Yocum.
We express Christian sympathies to the family of Patricia ‘Pat’ Free, who passed away on March 5 . th
To submit a prayer request, please visit waynepres.org or call the church office.
Sunday, March 22, 2026 Fifth Sunday of Lent
Prelude
9:30AM: Wayne Presbyterian Chamber Orchestra | Joseph Kauffman, Conductor
Polonaise , Op. 40 , No. 1
Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor , Op. 49 II. Andante con moto tranquillo
+ Call to Worship | Psalm 99:1-5
The LORD is king; let the peoples tremble! He sets enthroned upon the cherubim; let the earth quake! The LORD is great in Zion; he is exalted over all the peoples. Let them praise your great and awesome name. Holy is he! Mighty King, lover of justice, you have established equity you have executed justice and righteousness. Praise the LORD our God; worship at his footstool. Holy is he! + Please stand as you are able.
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)
Setting: Alexander Glasunov (1865-1936)
11:00AM: Joseph Kauffman, violin | Elena Kauffman, cello | John Grecia, piano
Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847)
+ Hymn 35:
Praise Ye the Lord , the Almighty
+ Call to Confession
+ Prayer of Confession
Glorious God, you are all wisdom and a lamp to our feet, yet we fail to listen to you and neglect to follow your guidance.
Forgive us, heal us, and lead us on, that we may walk in our ways and be happy in your refuge, in the name of Jesus our Lord we pray. Amen.
+ Declaration of Forgiveness
In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Thanks be to God.
LOBE DEN HERREN
+ Response of Praise |
+ Passing of the Peace
The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you.
Words of Welcome
Moment for Mission | Martin Akram, One Great Hour of Sharing
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading | Psalm 127:1-5
+ Hymn 440:
ABERYSTWYTH Jesus, Lover of My Soul
Scripture Reading | Mark 9:2-8
Anthem | Quartet Arthur Seymour Sullivan (1842-1900)
Turn Thy Face from My Sins
Turn thy face from my sins and put out all my misdeeds. Make me a clean heart , O God , and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me. - Psalm 51: 10-11
Sermon | “Going Back” | The Rev. Ryan Balsan
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, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, he will come 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 | 9:30AM Chancel Choir | 11:00AM Quartet + Choral Scholars
All Flesh is Grass
Chris Massa (b. 1981)
So brief a life , and then an endless life or endless death; So brief a life , then endless peace or strife: Whoso considereth how man but like a flower or shoot of grass blooms an hour , well may sigh “Alas!” - Christina Rossetti (1830-1894)
+ Doxology (Hymn 606) and Prayer of Dedication
Orison | 9:30AM Chancel Choir | 11:00AM Quartet + Choral Scholars
O Lord , Hear Our Prayer
The Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer
Eric Thiman (1900-1975)
+ Hymn 826: CRUCIFER Lift High the Cross
+ Benediction | 9:30AM Chancel Choir | 11:00AM Quartet + Choral Scholars
God Be Merciful to Us
Postlude
Robert Wetzler (b. 1932)
9:30AM Wayne Presbyterian Chamber Orchestra | Joseph Kauffman, Conductor
Palladio (Concerto Grosso for Sinfonic Orchestra)
I. Allegretto
Karl Jenkins (b. 1944)
Arr. Anne Riedl
11:00AM | Joseph Kauffman, violin | Elena Kauffman, cello | John Grecia, piano
Serenade , Op. 73
IV. moderato con fuoco.
Richard Hofmann (1844-1918)
HOLY WEEK WORSHIP SCHEDULE HOLY WEEK WORSHIP SCHEDULE
PALM SUNDAY | MARCH 29th
9:30AM* Worship in the Sanctuary
11:00AM Worship in the Chapel Childcare available for both services in Rooms 101/102.
MAUNDY THURSDAY | APRIL 2nd
7:00PM* Worship in the Sanctuary Communion Celebrated
GOOD FRIDAY | APRIL 3rd
11:45AM Procession begins at Wayne Presbyterian Church Courtyard. 12:00PM Worship at St. Katharine of Siena in Wayne.
EASTER SUNDAY | APRIL 5th
9:30AM* & 11:00AM Worship in the Sanctuary Childcare available for both services in Rooms 101/102.
*LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE
ELDER & DEACON TRAINING & DEACON TRAINING
Newly elected Elders and Deacons are invited to attend the upcoming training session on Sunday, March 29 at 12:00PM in the Fireside Room. If you plan to participate, please let Pastor Ryan know by emailing him at: ryan@waynepres.org. Thank you!
FIFTH SUNDAY GROWTH GROUP: MARCH 29 | 12:00PM | LIBRARY
Some months bring a bonus Sunday. Let’s use it to gather for food, fellowship, and one little thing that helps us grow! Join Pastor Katy every fifth Sunday of the month to make new friends, share lunch, and deepen our faith understanding and practice. RSVP by Monday, March 23rd to katy@waynepres.org.
2026 ANNUAL WOMEN’S RETREAT | Wholehearted: Becoming Who God Calls
You to Be Join the Women’s Ministry April 24-25 at St. Raphaela Retreat Center in Haverford, PA! Enjoy a time away from the busyness of life to nurture your heart, refresh your spirit, and deepen your relationship with God. There will be plenty of fun, fellowship, food & opportunities to find community with other women from the church. Register by March 23 to receive a 10% discount. Registration closes April 13. Visit our website for more information and to reserve your spot today!
EASTER LILY DEDICATION PROGRAM
This program offers a meaningful way to honor, celebrate or remember a loved one while contributing to the lily trees in our Sanctuary during Holy Week. Submit your dedication and reserve your lily plant to take home, today! Dedications will be published on our website and in the Connector. All donations support the Chancel Decorating Fund. Lilies may be taken home after the final service on Easter Sunday. Contact Lani Fabere with questions at: lanifabere@gmail.com. Thank you for your continued enthusiasm!
2026 DEACONS’ EASTER EGG TREE
Be a blessing to a local family in need! Select a family in need online, shop to provide them with a holiday meal & other seasonal items, and pack & deliver your box of Easter blessings to Wayne Presbyterian Church! Visit our website for more information, shopping list suggestions, and to secure your family, today! Drop off items to the WPC parking lot on Saturday, March 28 between 8:00-9:30AM. Contact Debbie Gillespie with questions at: ddgillespie@verizon.net.
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WAYNE ORATORIO SOCIETY CONCERT
The Wayne Oratorio Society presents Franz Joseph Haydn’s The Seasons for the first time in its 78-year history on Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19 at 7:30PM. This vibrant oratorio - Haydn’s earthly sequel to "The Creation" - portrays the beauty of nature, the rhythms of rural, agrarian life, and the joys and challenges of each season. Join us for this musical feast celebrating creation, harvest, and humanity’s harmony with the natural world. A free-will offering will be taken to benefit The Society.