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W YNE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

October 18, 2026 21 st Sunday after Pentecost 9:30AM Worship | Sanctuary 11:00AM Worship | Chapel

Phone: 610.688.8700 | Website: waynepres.org | Address: 125 E. Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087

FELLOWSHIP OF THE BEAN 9:30AM | Library BIBLE STUDY with DR. JOE MODICA 9:30AM | Fireside Room

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LOOKING AHEAD IN WORSHIP SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2026 9:30AM Worship | Sanctuary 11:00AM Worship | Chapel Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2026 9:30AM Worship | Sanctuary 11:00AM Worship | Chapel Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching All Saint’s Sunday | Communion Sunday

PRAYER REQUESTS Please hold the following in prayer: Carl, Dick Parker, Jane, Lorraine, Lynda, Melissa Naiva, Nancy Dever & family, Richard We extend Christian sympathies to the family of Peter Silcox, who passed away on September 2, 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.

Sunday, October 18, 2026 21st Sunday after Pentecost

Scripture readings can be found on the page numbers listed below in the pew Bibles. Prelude | 9:30AM | Wayne Pres. Chamber Orchestra | Joseph Kauffman, Director Solemn Melody H. Walford Davies (1869-1941) 11:00AM | John Grecia, piano Nuvole Bianche Ludovico Einaldi (b. 1955) + Call to Worship Come, let us worship our God, for there is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Parent of all, who is above all and through all and in all. We come with humility, gentleness, and patience, bearing with one another in love. + Hymn 4: Holy God, We Praise Your Name

GROSSER GOT, WIR LOBEN DICH

+ Call to Confession + Prayer of Confession Righteous God, we confess that we have not lived as your obedient children. We have honored you with our words, but we have denied you with our actions. We have not pursued the mind of Christ, who came not to be served but to serve. Instead, we have acted with selfish ambition. We have put our own interests before the interests of others. Forgive us our arrogance, awaken our hearts to sincere repentance and humility, and enable us to will and to work for your good pleasure, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. + Declaration of Forgiveness If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Friends, believe the Good News of the Gospel. In Jesus Christ we are forgiven.

+ 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 | Philippians 2:1-11 | NT, p. 152-153 + Hymn 722: Lord, Speak to Me that I May Speak

CANONBURY

Scripture Reading | Ephesians 5:15-21 | NT, p. 150 Sermon | “Getting Over Ourselves” | The Rev. Katy Shevel Cunningham Time for Reflection + Affirmation of Faith | from A Brief Statement of Faith We trust in God the Holy Spirit everywhere the giver and renewer of life. The Spirit justifies us by grace through faith, sets us free to accept ourselves and to love God and neighbor, and binds us together with all believers in the one body of Christ, the Church. The same Spirit who inspired the prophets and apostles rules our faith and life in Christ through Scripture, engages us through the Word proclaimed, claims us in the waters of baptism, feeds us with the bread of life and the cup of salvation, and calls women and men to all ministries of the Church. 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: Octet + Choral Scholars How Firm a Foundation Tune: FOUNDATION (1817) Setting: Alice Parker (1925-2023) Text can be found in Hymn 463. + Doxology (Hymn 606) and Prayer of Dedication

Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer Celebration of the Lord’s Supper | 11:00AM Service Only

AURELIA

+ Hymn 321: The Church’s One Foundation

+ Benediction | 9:30AM Service: Spoken Benediction 11:00AM Service | Quartet + Choral Scholars Benediction

Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)

Congregational Meeting | 9:30AM Service Only Call to Order Presentation of Elder Slate Vote Motion to Close Congregational Meeting If possible, please remain seated for the Orchestra’s Postlude. Postlude | 9:30AM | Wayne Pres. Chamber Orchestra | Joseph Kauffman, Director Sinfonia in D Major Johann Christian Bach (1735-1782) 1. Allegro di molto 11:00AM | John Grecia, piano Five Variations, HMV 434, Nr. 3

George Frideric Handel (1695-1759)

UPCOMING LUNCH & LEARN HOSTED BY THE GLOBAL MISSIONS COMMITTEE On Sunday, October 25, the Rev. Dr. Samuel Rozfy, President of the Evangelical Theological Seminary in Cairo (ETSC), will offer a Minute for Mission at both the 9:30 and 11:00AM services, followed by a Global Missions Committee Lunch and Learn at 11:15AM in the Knox Room. Founded by American Presbyterian missionaries in 1863, today, ETSC is one of the most influential Protestant seminaries in the Middle East, preparing pastors and church leaders for Egypt, the Arab world, and beyond. Wayne Presbyterian has sponsored ETSC pastoral students for the past 21 years, and several of our church members have visited the seminary since then. Come hear firsthand how that support strengthens the Church in the region where our faith was born! RSVP for the Lunch and Learn to Martin Akram at: martin.akram@gmail.com.

WPC WEEKLY AGENDA MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2026 9:30AM-11:30AM - WPNS: Halloween Show 10:00AM-11:00AM - Monday Morning Bible Fellowship 1:00PM-3:00PM - Prayer Shawl Ministry 4:00PM-5:00PM - 'The Next Big Thing' Prayer Group 7:30PM-8:45PM - Te Deum Bell Choir Rehearsal TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2026 9:30AM-10:30AM - Selah Bell Choir Rehearsal 9:30AM-11:30AM - WPNS: Halloween Show 10:30AM-12:00PM - Weekly Staff Meeting 7:00PM-9:00PM - Stated Session Meeting 7:30PM-9:30PM - Wayne Oratorio Society Weekly Rehearsal WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2026 6:45AM-8:00AM - Word Before Work: Women's Bible Study 9:30AM-11:30AM - WPNS: Halloween Show 10:00AM-11:00AM - Wednesday Creative Coworking: In-Person 11:30AM-1:00PM - Lunch with the Lord: Women's Only) Bible Study 1:15PM-2:30PM - 10:00AM-11:00AM Worship & Music Committee Meeting Sunday School - Summer 7:00PM-8:00PM - Creative Coworking: Virtual 11:00AM-11:30AM - Coffee Hour 7:30PM-8:45PM - WPC Orchestra Rehearsal

11:15AM-12:30PM - Children's Summer Book Club THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22,WPC 2026 WEEKLY AGENDA 7:00AM-8:15AM - Thursday Morning Men's Ministry (TM3) 8:30AM-9:30AM - Contemplative Prayer Group 7:30PM-9:00PM - Chancel Choir Rehearsal SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026 9:00AM-12:00PM - Wayne Oratorio Society Donut Rehearsal SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2026 8:15AM-9:15AM - Nominating Committee Meeting 9:30AM-10:30AM - 9:30AM Worship Service 9:30AM-10:30AM - Sunday Morning Bible Study with Dr. Joe Modica 9:30AM-10:30AM - Youth Ministry Sunday School 9:30AM-10:30AM - Children's Ministry Sunday School 9:30AM-10:30AM - Fellowship of the Bean 10:30AM-11:00AM - Coffee Hour 10:30AM-11:00AM - Children's Choir Rehearsal 11:00AM-12:00PM - 11:00AM Worship Service 11:00AM-12:30PM - Walking the Mourner's Path 11:15AM-12:30PM - Moment for Mission Learning Session: Evangelical Seminary of Cairo 12:00PM-1:00PM - New Member Class 6:00PM-8:00PM - Youth Group Halloween Party

ANNOUNCEMENTS NEW MEMBER CLASS Whether you’re brand new to WPC, have been worshipping with us for a while, or have already joined our church family, we’d love to spend some time getting to know you! Join us Sunday, October 25 at 12:00PM in the Fireside Room. Pastor Ryan will lead our time together, sharing more about who we are, what we believe, and the many ways you can grow, connect, and get involved. A light lunch will be provided. This gathering is open to anyone who is considering making Wayne Pres their church home, as well as those who have already joined but haven’t yet attended a new member class. We’d love to have you join us as you take your next step in your faith journey! Please RSVP to Emma Collas at Emma@waynepres.org. WALKING THE MOURNER’S PATH A workshop offered to congregation and community members to encourage & support them in grief after a loved one has died. The format is a fixed series of eight workshops facilitated by two trained church members and one clergy member. Our next session begins Sunday, October 25 and will meet weekly from 11:00AM-12:30PM in the Library. Contact Rev. Tim Pretz with interest at TPretz@waynepres.org. HIGH SCHOOL FALL RETREAT High school students are invited to join our fall retreat November 6-8th at the scenic Refreshing Mountain Retreat Center. We will be staying in cabins, enjoying ropes courses, a zipline, an escape room, and more! Enjoy time away from the busyness of school, and grow in faith and friendship together. The cost per student is $175. Please register online by Sunday, October 25. RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE Give the gift of life! Join us on Wednesday, November 4 from 1:00PM-6:00PM to support our community by donating blood. A single donation can help save multiple lives and make a real difference for patients in need. Register now at redcrossblood.org using code WAYNEPRES. Contact Wendy Norman at wnormanpa@yahoo.com. MUSIC TRANSFORMS CONCERT: THE ARCADIAN QUARTET On Sunday, November 15th at 4:00PM, join us in the Sanctuary for a free concert. Come and discover The Arcadian Quartet, and enjoy a program ranging from a masterpiece of the chamber music repertoire by Brahms, to a passionate melancholy dance by Argentine tango composer, Astor Piazzola, to a joyous work by Nocella, hailing the Italian Market as he recalls it growing up in Philadelphia. An evening of music notto-be-missed! Your free will offering directly supports the Cornerstone Christian Academy Orchestra.

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Help us stock local food pantries by bringing nonperishable food items and placing them in the collection bins in the Connector. Our goal? To collect more food items than the number of total yards gained by the Eagles in the previous week's game. Together, we can make a winning impact. Questions? Contact Scott Laird at: hslaird@aol.com.

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PASTORAL LEADERSHIP SENIOR PASTOR & HEAD OF STAFF Rev. Ryan Balsan | Ryan@waynepres.org | ext. 214 ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF CONGREGATIONAL LIFE Rev. Katy Shevel Cunningham | Katy@waynepres.org | ext. 219 PASTORAL CARE ASSOCIATE Rev. Timothy Pretz | TPretz@waynepres.org | ext. 228 A FULL STAFF DIRECTORY CAN BE FOUND AT WAYNEPRES.ORG. WITH QUESTIONS, CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE AT (610) 688-8700.

Phone: 610.688.8700 | Website: waynepres.org | Address: 125 E. Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087

A Ministry of Wayne Presbyterian Church Presents

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Johannes Brahms John Grecia, Conductor Melanie Sarakatsannis, soprano | Raffaella Lo Castro, alto David Price, tenor | Michael Krueger, bass

NOVEMBER

7 & 8|7:30PM SANCTUARY

Free Concert|Free-Will Offering

2026-2027

NOMINATING COMMITTEE at Wayne Presbyterian Church

THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE NEEDS YOUR HELP The Nominating Committee encourages members and friends of Wayne Presbyterian Church to assist in nominating our officers each year by submitting names for consideration to the committee. Our congregation is called on to annually elect members who are compassionate in spirit and demonstrate leadership to three-year terms as Elders (7), Deacons (14 adult + 2 youth), and Stewards (responsible for the counting of our weekly offering). We will also elect six members for the 2026-27 Nominating Committee who will serve a one-year term. If you have any questions about these roles, or are interested in getting involved but are uncertain about how you might contribute your talent, please reach out to any current Committee Member: Bebe Forster – Chair Larry Berglund Liz Coetzee Frone Crawford Briant Dudt Laura Evans Wendy Norman Meg Rosecky Mike Sieger

To submit your nomination, use the QR code or the card in the bulletin. Jesus taught his disciples that true leadership comes through serving others, teaching that to be a leader,

one must first become a servant.