Childcare for Infants & Toddlers Rooms 101/102 | 9:30AM
Sunday School: 9:30AM
Pre-K (2, 3, 4-year-olds) | Rm 103
Kindergarten & 1st Grade | Rm 304
2nd & 3rd Grades | Rm 301
4th & 5th Grades | Rm 306
6th & 7th Grades | Rm 204
High School | Rm 208/209
PRAYER REQUESTS
Please hold the following in prayer: Carl, Craig, Jane, Jess and family, Jill, Joann, Johnson, Lauren, Melissa, Nancy, Peter Forrest, Richard, Sarah Foster, Sarah Stewart, Sean, and Tim
We extend Christian sympathy to the following: the family of Jill Leaman who died on May 6, Betty Surbeck and family for the death of her brother, Richard Cushing, who died on May 7, and to the family of David Prescott, who died on May 9.
To submit a prayer request, please visit our website or call the church office. www.waynepres.org | (610) 688 - 8700
COFFEE HOUR FOOD DONATIONS
Members are asked to bring treats for Coffee Hour held in the Connector on Sundays in-between Worship services.
Date of Donation by Surname May 25 | A - F, June 8 | G - L, June 15 | M - R, June 22 | S - Z
Please contact Marian Hollingsworth with any questions. mhholling@gmail.com OR (484) 557 - 5733
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Sunday, May 18, 2025
Fifth Sunday of Easter
+ Please stand as you are able.
Prelude | John Grecia, organ
Anne Krentz Organ (b. 1960) Neno lake Mungu (Listen, God Is Calling)
+ Call to Worship
Sing to our God a new song. God has done marvelous things!
Make a joyful noise to the Lord!
Break forth into joyous song and sing praises.
Let the sea roar and all that fills it.
Let the world and it’s people sing together for joy!
+ Hymn 33: LLANFAIR Praise the Lord! God's Glories Show
+ Call to Confession
+ Prayer of Confession
God of mercy, we confess that we have not borne the fruit of the Spirit. We have not loved others as you have loved us.
We have denied the promises of baptism and cut ourselves off from you.
Forgive us, restore us, that we may abide in your love and live out your mercy, for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whose name we pray. Amen.
+ Declaration of Forgiveness
Christ Jesus loves us so much that he laid down his life for us and calls us his friends. If we can forgive our friends, how much more does Christ forgive us. Believe the good news: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven! Thanks be to God.
+ Response of Praise: Alleluia!
+ Passing of the Peace
The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.
CELTIC ALLELUIA
Words of Welcome & Announcements | Rev. Ryan Balsan
Musical Offering | Children’s Choir | Ryan Fleming, Director | 9:30AM Service
A King’s Kid Chad Bosarge/Kevin Stokes
A King's kid , a King's kid. Oh my, gee whiz. I'm absolutely, positively, wonderfully His , a bona fide , justified King's kid. He owns all the stars in the universe. Hard to imagine what He's really worth. There's no house as great as His , with room enough for all of His kids.
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading | Nehemiah 8:8-12
+ Hymn 735: NEED I Need Thee Every Hour
Scripture Reading | Galatians 5: 22-23 I Please read in unison.
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Scripture Reading | John 15:1-11
Anthem | Quartet
My God , Accept My Heart This Day Joseph Roff (1910-1993)
My God , accept my heart this day, and make it always thine , that I from thee no more may stray, no more from thee decline. Anoint me with thy heavenly grace and seal me for thine own; that I may see thy glorious face , and worship at thy throne. Let every thought, and work , and word to thee be ever given. Then life shall be thy service , Lord , and death the gate of heaven. Amen. - Matthew Bridges (1800-1894)
Sermon | “All We Need?” | The Rev. Ryan Balsan
Time for Reflection
The Sacrament of Baptism | 9:30AM Service
Baptism of Philippa Rose Slowik, daughter of Amy & Peter Slowik
The Apostles’ Creed
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and 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 into hell; on the third day he rose again from the dead; he
ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there 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 life everlasting. Amen.
Welcoming 2025 Confirmation Class | 11:00AM Service
Invitation to Gratitude
Your gifts allow God’s work to be done in our congregation, in our community and in our world. Donate now by texting the word GIVE (not case sensitive) to: (610)-819-4483, or scan the QR code on your phone to give online. You may make a one-time donation, or set up a recurring donation. Please feel free to give in-person as well.
Four simple words we sing today. With these four words we ought to pray and take to heart this sacred phrase: “More love , less hate.” It seems so easy on its face. Four words to heal the human race , and yet we struggle to create more love , less hate. For love we stand! More love in this land! Will you join? Come , take my hand. When fear and violence touch our lives , hate separates, seeks to divide. Our faith in love won’t be denied. More love , less hate. Just as the night gives way to dawn , justice shines forth before too long. Until that day we will sing on , “More love , less hate.”
Benediction | 9:30AM Chancel + Westminster Youth Choirs | 11:00 Quartet + Scholars Jeremiah Eames Rankin/William G. Tomer God Be with You Till We Meet Again
Postlude | John Grecia, organ
Marc-Antoine Charpentier (1634-1704) + Hymn 317: MC KEE In Christ There Is No East or West
Voluntary from “Te Deum”
CHANCEL FLOWER DEDICATIONS
The flowers today are dedicated to the glory of God and in thanksgiving for young Philippa Rose Slowik whose baptism we celebrate today.
LOOKING AHEAD IN WORSHIP
Sunday, May 25
Worship in-person at 9:30AM & 11:00AM
Worship online at 9:30AM
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching
Sunday, June 8
Worship in-person & online at 10:00AM
Pentecost & New Member Reception
Rev. Timothy Pretz Preaching
Sunday, June 1
Worship in-person & online at 10:00AM Ordination, Installation & Bell Sunday
Rev. Katy Shevel Preaching
Sunday, June 15
Worship in-person & online at 10:00AM Baptism Sunday High School Seniors Recognition
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching
WPC MISSION PARTNER OF THE WEEK
REV. RUTH FAITH SANTANA-GRACE AND REV. KEVIN PORTER
Rev. Santana-Grace has been our Executive Presbyter of the Presbytery of Philadelphia for 10 years, and has been the current co-moderator of General Assembly. Rev. Porter is the long-time Stated Clerk of our Presbytery. They serve more than 100 Presbyterian Churches and faith communities in the greater Philadelphia region.
ADDRESS | 915 East Gowen Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19150
ELECTION DAY AT WPC
ANNOUNCEMENTS
This coming Tuesday, May 20, WPC will be serving as a polling place. The Main Entrance, Chapel and Connector will be fully utilized from 6AM-8PM. Please be conscious of heavy traffic in and around the building on this day.
LUNCH & LEARN WITH JOHN GRECIA You’re invited to join us in the Chapel on Sunday, June 8, following 10:00AM Worship to Lunch & Learn with our Director of Music Ministries, John Grecia. Get to know John and his many musical worlds, discuss hymns, community building through musical ensembles, the regional impact of the Wayne Oratorio Society, and the profound place that music holds within the worship experience. Event concludes with a Q&A.
2025 5th ANNUAL SUNSET SOCIAL | HOSTED BY WinGS “Together, we CAN do anything!” Relax & reconnect with the women of the congregation at Hilltop House in Devon on Thursday, May 22 from 5:30-7:30PM. Come and unwind with a light supper and good conversation overlooking beautiful scenery. RSVP on waynepres.org by tonight!
RISE AGAINST HUNGER: LET’S PACK 20,000 MEALS TOGETHER! We invite you to join us in the Chapel on Sunday, June 1 following 10:00AM Summer Worship to pack 20,000 meals in support of Rise Against Hunger. This is an exciting, family-friendly, hands-on volunteer opportunity, and a wonderful way for us to put our faith-in-action by coming together as a church community to do good. Sign-up today using the QR code.
LET’S PAUSE... AS WE HEAD INTO SUMMER Join the women of the church for fellowship, dinner, reflection and prayer on Sunday, June 1 from 6:00-8:00PM in the Fireside Room. Contact WinGS Elder, Courtney Bodnar for more information and to RSVP at: (484) 343-7000 or courtneyabang@gmail.com.
ADVENTURE
INTO THE WILD OF VBS 2025 | REGISTRATION IS OPEN! We’re finding our way in a world gone wild this summer! Join us June 23-27 from 9AM-12PM. For children aged 4 years as of June 1, 2025, through 4th grade. Spots are limited, so early registration is encouraged. Sign-up now at waynepres.org. With questions or interest in volunteering, please contact Kelli Masters at: kelli@waynepres.org.
Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 11:00AM
Congratulations to our Confirmation Class of 2025
Heidi Bernholdt
Abram Bodnar
Anna Coetzee
Andrew Dziedziak
Matthew Fairfield
Noah Herbert
Joy Hessels
Violet Koster
Ryan Mull
Michael Walton
Jack Warmkessel
Julia Woytowich
Sammie Yocum
A very special thank you to this year ’ s Confirmation Mentors
Martin Akram
Cam Billmyer
Elder, Lee Billmyer
Elder, Courtney Bodnar
Rick Davis
Jacey Fancher
Elder, Jen Galasso
Elder, Sharon Levitch
John Lindsay
Frank McPherson
Margie McPherson
Elder, Debbie Rothkopf
Rev. Katy Shevel
Elder, Linda Teets
To our Confirmation Leaders & Volunteers: Thank you!
The Youth Committee
Elder, Debbie Rothkopf
Elder, Angela Tait
Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 11:00AM
Congratulations to our Confirmation Class of 2025
Heidi Bernholdt
Abram Bodnar
Anna Coetzee
Andrew Dziedziak
Matthew Fairfield
Noah Herbert
Joy Hessels
Violet Koster
Ryan Mull
Michael Walton
Jack Warmkessel
Julia Woytowich
Sammie Yocum
A very special thank you to this year ’ s Confirmation Mentors
Martin Akram
Cam Billmyer
Elder, Lee Billmyer
Elder, Courtney Bodnar
Rick Davis
Jacey Fancher
Elder, Jen Galasso
Elder, Sharon Levitch
John Lindsay
Frank McPherson
Margie McPherson
Elder, Debbie Rothkopf
Rev. Katy Shevel
Elder, Linda Teets
To our Confirmation Leaders & Volunteers: Thank you!
The Youth Committee
Elder, Debbie Rothkopf
Elder, Angela Tait
Starting Sunday, June 1, 2025
WORSHIP WITH US
Sunday Worship | June 1 - August 31 | 10:00AM
Coffee Hour Fellowship | 11:00AM | Connector
Can’t be here in person? Join us on Livestream!
www.waynepres.org
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sundays | June 1 - August 31 | 10:00AM
Preschool Sunday School | Room 103
Elementary Sunday School | Fireside Room
CONTACT KELLI MASTERS FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SPECIAL SUMMER EVENTS FOR YOUTH!
Kelli@waynepres.org
SUMMER CHOIR
Sundays | June 15 - August 31
9:00AM Practice | 10:00AM Sing in Worship
High School Youth & Adults Welcome!
CONTACT JOHN GRECIA FOR MORE INFORMATION
JGrecia@waynepres.org
BYTERIANCHURCH
Starting Sunday, June 1, 2025
WORSHIP WITH US
Sunday Worship | June 1 - August 31 | 10:00AM
Coffee Hour Fellowship | 11:00AM | Connector
Can’t be here in person? Join us on Livestream!
www.waynepres.org
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sundays | June 1 - August 31 | 10:00AM
Preschool Sunday School | Room 103
Elementary Sunday School | Fireside Room
CONTACT KELLI MASTERS FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SPECIAL SUMMER EVENTS FOR YOUTH! Kelli@waynepres.org
