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Lazarus waiting at the door, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN https://digliblibraryvanderbiltedu/act-imagelinkpl?RC=55712 [retrieved September 9, 2025]
Phone: 6106888700 | Website: waynepresorg | Address: 125 E Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087
SUNDAY WORSHIP, EDUCATION &
WORSHIP, STARTING SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
WORSHIP
9:30AM* & 11:00AM | Sanctuary
*Livestream available on waynepres.org
CHILD CARE
For infants & toddlers
9:15AM - 12:15PM | Rms 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.
FELLOWSHIP OF THE BEAN
Adult Discussion Group
9:30AM - 10:30AM | Library
SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
with Dr. Joe Modica
9:30AM - 10:30AM | Fireside Rm
Starting September 28
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 - 11:00AM | Rm 303
WESTMINSTER YOUTH CHOIR REHEARSAL
For children in Grades 6-12 5:00PM - 6:00PM | Music Rm
YOUTH GROUP
For children in Grades 6-12 6:00PM - 8:00PM | Rms 208/209
LET’S PAUSE A Fellowship & Spiritual Formation Small Group for Women 6:00PM - 8:00PM | Fireside Rm Starting September 28
FOR A COMPLETE VIEW OF WEEKLY PROGRAMMING & EVENTS, VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WAYNEPRES.ORG. FOR A COMPLETE OF PROGRAMMING & EVENTS, VISIT OUR AT WAYNEPRES.ORG.
COFFEE HOUR FOOD DONATIONS COFFEE HOUR FOOD DONATIONS
Bring treats for Coffee Hour held in the Connector on Sundays.
Date of Donation by Surname
Sept 21: G - L | Sept 28: M - R | Oct 5: S - Z | Oct 12: A - F
Please contact Marian Hollingsworth at: mhholling@gmail.com OR (484) 557 - 5733
ORDER OF WORSHIP
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Prelude | John Grecia, organ
Résignation
+ Call to Worship
Enrico Bossi (1861-1925)
The Lord is our God, the Lord alone. You shall love the Lord your God, and your neighbor as yourself. Come, let us worship God together.
+ Hymn 2: ITALIAN
Come , Thou , Almighty King + Please stand as you are able.
+ Call to Confession
+ Prayer of Confession
HYMN
Gracious God, our sins are too heavy to carry, too real to hide, and too deep to undo. Forgive what our lips tremble to name, what our hearts can no longer bear, and what has become for us a consuming fire of judgment. Set us free from a past that we cannot change; open to us a future in which we can be changed; and grant us grace to grow more and more in your likeness and image; through Jesus Christ, the light of the world. Amen.
+ Declaration of Forgiveness
Hear the Good News! As people born of water and the Spirit we have died to the old life, and a new life has begun. God’s grace is poured out upon us day by day. Come to the water and remember your baptism. Be thankful, and live as one who has been raised to new life!
Hear the Good News: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven! Thanks be to God.
+ Response of Praise: Hymn 581
GLORIA PATRI
+ Passing of the Peace
The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.
Words of Welcome & Announcements
Moment for Mission | Stephanie Thibault, Wayne Cares
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading | Micah 6:8 & Isaiah 58:6-12
+ Hymn 829: OLIVET My Faith Looks Up to Thee
Scripture Reading | Luke 6:19-31
Anthem | Quartet + Choral Scholars
Sanctus (from Mass No. 5)
Antonio Lotti (1667-1740)
Holy, holy, holy Lord God of hosts: heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest.
Sermon | “Knowing and Doing” | The Rev. Ryan Balsan
Time for Reflection
+ Hymn 377 (Verse 1): HOUSTON I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light
The Celebration of the Sacrament of Baptism
9:30AM - John & Oliver Lindberg, Sons of Thomas & Emily Lindberg
11:00AM - Lily Catherine Carrol, Daughter of Christine & Christopher Carrol
+ Affirmation of Faith | 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.
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.
Offertory Anthem | 9:30AM, Chancel Choir | 11:00AM, Quartet + Choral Scholars
By the Waters of Babylon Rastafari Song | Arr. Peter Amidon By the waters of Babylon, where we sat down , and where we wept, when we remember Zion. Where the wicked carry us away, captivity require of us a song. How can we sing our holy song in a strange land? So let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart , be acceptable in thy sight over I.
+ Doxology (Hymn 606) and Prayer of Dedication
Orison | 9:30AM, Chancel Choir | 11:00AM, Quartet + Choral Scholars
With Prayer and Supplication Amy Beach (1867-1944)
Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer
+ Hymn: ST. MATTHEW Thine Arm , O Lord , in Days of Old
+ Benediction | 9:30AM, Chancel Choir | 11:00AM, Quartet + Choral Scholars
Peace I Leave with You Amy Beach (1867-1944
Postlude | John Grecia, organ
Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706)
WPC MISSION PARTNER OF THE WEEK
EMILY SEITZ, PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF TAIWAN
Emily serves in children’s ministry in local churches and volunteers in the Seitz children’s schools. She is an active participant in the Taiwan Ecumenical Forum, and is helping to formulate a Young Adult Volunteer site in Taiwan.
EMAIL | emily.seitz@pcusa.org
CHANCEL FLOWER DEDICATIONS
The chancel flowers today are dedicated to the glory of God and in thanksgiving for young Lily Catherine Carrol, John Lindberg and Oliver Lindberg whose baptisms we joyfully celebrate today.
FALL 2025: OPEN PROGRAM REGISTRATIONS FALL
YOUTH MINISTRY We’re welcoming students for another year of faith, fun, and fellowship! Our Youth Ministry includes Sunday School classes in the mornings, Youth Group on Sunday evenings, plus lots of bonus activities, trips, and retreat opportunities. Children in grades 6-12 are welcome. Scan the QR code for more information & register today!
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Make a joyful noise with Children’s Ministry! All children age 2-grade 5 can join us for Sunday School at 9:30AM starting September 7. Praise in every step, joy in every song! Please scan the QR code for more information, and to register today!
LOOKING AHEAD IN WORSHIP
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Worship at 9:30AM & 11:00AM
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching
Radnor Fall Festival
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Worship at 9:30AM & 11:00AM
Rev. Katy Shevel Preaching Bell Sunday
PRAYER REQUESTS REQUESTS
Please hold the following in prayer: Carl, Greg Hagin, Jane, Jeanette Hershey, Jess and family, Joann, Johnson, Kiki Ross, Nancy, Richard, Sean, Susan, Tom, & the Youth Director search
To submit a prayer request, please visit waynepres.org or call the church office.
CASSEROLE MINISTRY | HELP FIGHT FOOD INSECURITY
We invite you to volunteer by joining us in the kitchen on Friday, September 19 from 9:00AM-12:00PM. Come and lend a hand in preparing meals for those in need. Interested? Scan the QR code to sign up, or email Beth Greenwood at: bethwood@comcast.net. Come together to make a difference... one casserole at a time!
VOLUNTEER FOR RADNOR FALL FESTIVAL
We would love your smiling face to represent WPC at this year ’ s Radnor Fall Fest, hosted by the Wayne Business Association. Hang out at our table on Sunday, September 21 during your preferred time slot from 12:00-4:00PM in downtown Wayne. Play games, give away “church merch,” and invite new friends to check out our faith community. Sign up today by reaching out to Jennie Hagin at jenniferduck1@comcast.net.
MUSIC TRANSFORMS: DAVID KIM IN CONCERT AT WPC!
On Friday, October 3 at 7:00PM, join us in the Sanctuary for a free opportunity to hear violinist David Kim, Concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra. Presented by Music Transforms, this concert will benefit the Cornerstone Christian Academy Orchestra Program, and a free-will offering will be taken. This event is open to the public, so early arrival is encouraged for parking and seating. We hope to see you there! rd
MOMs NIGHT OUT
All moms are invited to an evening of fellowship this Wednesday, September 17. This gathering will take place off site. Please contact Debbie Rothkopf for details at: debbierothkopf@aol.com.
DINNER & A MOVIE
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PADDINGTON IN PERU
Children in grades KindergartenGrade 5 are invited to join Children’s Ministry for a Friday night of fun on October 10th from 6:00PM-8:00PM, for a special screening of Paddington in Peru in the Chapel. Pizza and popcorn are on the menu, and children are invited to bring their sleeping bags. Please register now at waynepres.org/dm_paddington. Contact Kelli Masters with any questions at: kelli@waynepres.org.
FAMILY PROMISE HOST WEEK | VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Play
a vital role in creating a safe and welcoming environment for families experiencing homelessness by volunteering during our next host week, October 12-19. Inspired by our mission to provide compassionate support and resources, your involvement can make a lasting difference. You can help by bringing a meal, coming to eat or play with the children, assisting with set-up, laundering linens, or staying overnight with another volunteer. Scan the QR code to sign-up today. Have questions? Text Leslie Dudt at (610) 256-2301, or email Stefanie Bischoff at sabischoff12@gmail.com.
