February 28, 2010, 2 nd Sunday in Lent 11:15 a.m. Westminster Presbyterian Church extends an enthusiastic welcome, in Christ’s name, to all who would worship here or join us in fellowship. We affirm that there can be no exclusion within the body of Christ. We invite all children of God to join us as disciples of Christ and participate fully in the life of our congregation. Worship Resources – Large print hymnals and hearing devices may be obtained from any usher. Kids’ Notes and worship bags for children are also available from the ushers. Kids’ Notes emphasize listening and seeing during worship. 1502 West 13 th Street Wilmington, DE 19806 ♦ ♦ 302-654-5214 ♦ www.wpc.org
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February 28, 2010, 2nd Sunday in Lent
11:15 a.m.
Westminster Presbyterian Church extends an enthusiastic welcome, in Christ’s name, to all who would worship here or join us in fellowship. We affirm that there can be no exclusion within the body of Christ. We invite all children of God to join us as disciples of Christ and participate fully in the life of our congregation.
Worship Resources – Large print hymnals and hearing devices may be obtained from any usher. Kids’ Notes and worship bags for children are also available from the ushers. Kids’ Notes emphasize listening and seeing during worship.
PASTORAL STAFF: Gregory K. Jones, Head of Staff Anne R. Ledbetter, Associate Pastor
CHURCH EDUCATOR: Susan Moseley
MUSIC STAFF: Paul Fleckenstein, Organist/Director of Music Mary Beth Davis, Director of Music for Children, Youth and Handbells
Vocal Ensemble: Diana Milburn, Ruth Bailis, Justin Gonzalez, Brian Carter
1502 West 13th Street ♦ Wilmington, DE 19806 ♦ 302-654-5214 ♦ www.wpc.org
This Morning at Westminster
8:45 – Noon Child Care for Cribbery (birth – toddler)
9:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Service with Westminster Choir and organ
After TIME WITH OUR CHILDREN, if you wish, your children may leave the Sanctuary and go to:
Godly Care — A unique opportunity for children ages 2 – 4 to get to know God through music, crafts, prayers and stories. Classes are in the Under Six Classrooms A & B.
Godly Play — Children in kindergarten through second grade gather in the Ruth Christie Room to learn the language of God’s people through sacred space, stories, parables and liturgical actions. You may pick up your children in Under Six Classroom C.
Godly Kids — Worship education for children in grades 3 and 4. You may pick up your children in Under Six Classroom C.
10:10 a.m. Prime Time Sunday School Classes for All Ages
Under Six Sunday School – Under Six Classrooms Workshop Rotation for Grades 1 thru 5 – Grace Hall & Classrooms 1-4 Prime Time for Grades 6 thru 8 – Classroom 7 Confirmation Class – Classroom 8 Senior High Gathering – Library Exploring Membership – Classroom 5 Adult Education Classes
11:15 a.m. Worship with old hymns, new songs and creative liturgy. Children are always welcome in worship, however, childcare is available in Under Six for
ages 2 – Grade 2.
Hospitality and FellowshipThe Holy Toast Café, located today in Community Hall, is open from 8:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Coffee, tea and fellowship are free. Breakfast foods are available for one dollar per item.
Later Today 4:30 p.m. Living with Loss – Grief Support Ruth Christie Room 4:30 p.m. Youth Choir Youth Music Room 5:30 p.m. 180° Dinner and Fellowship Community Hall
Community Meetings 2:00 p.m. Pacem in Terris Grace Hall and Classroom 5 6:00 p.m. Clean But Not Straight – NA Club Room 8:00 p.m. AA Club Room
1502 West 13th Street ♦ Wilmington, DE 19806 ♦ 302-654-5214 ♦ www.wpc.org
ORDER OF WORSHIP
PREPARATION FOR WORSHIPMay the strength of God pilot us. May the power of God preserve us. May the wisdom of God instruct us. May the hand of God protect us. May the way of God direct us. May the host of God guard us against the snares and temptations of the world. May Christ be with us. Christ before us. Christ in us, Christ over us. May your salvation, O God, be always ours this day and for evermore. Amen.
Adapted from prayer of St. Patrick, 5th Century
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
CALL TO WORSHIPFor some of us, it was tempting to “sleep in” this morning.
But God has called us to this place – to hear God’s word, to open our hearts in prayer and praise, and to seek direction for our lives.
There are many temptations placed in front of us. We are called to be strong and place our trust in God.God is always faithful to us, comforting, guiding, lifting us.
PROCESSION OF GOD’S LIGHT AND WORD Acolyte: Jillian EiermannAs the acolyte lights the candle, we remember that Christ is the Light of the world.
*SONG “All Who Hunger”
1502 West 13th Street ♦ Wilmington, DE 19806 ♦ 302-654-5214 ♦ www.wpc.org
CALL TO CONFESSIONGod makes no distinction between us.
We are all sinners, we are all children of God, we are all precious to God, and we are all saved by God.
Because God makes no distinction, let us confess our common humanity to the One who is generous to all.
PRAYER OF CONFESSIONGod of our ancestors and God of our children, we come knowing we have preferred to test you, rather than to trust you. The famine in our souls makes us long to be filled with the empty promises of the world. We listen to the soothing words of the advertisers, rather than to the uncomfortable words of discipleship.Forgive us, God of our lives. Bring us out of that dependence on ourselves, and bring us into the presence of the One we seek to follow forever,Jesus the Christ, our light and our life.
SILENT PRAYER
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
RESPONSE “Taste and See”Verses: EnsembleRefrain: All
TIME WITH OUR CHILDREN Greg Jones
TELLING OF SCRIPTURE Luke 4:1-13Westminster By Heart
Shelley Gnade and Mary-beth Howard
SERMON “Wilderness Times” Anne Ledbetter
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SONG “Jesus, Tempted in the Desert”Verse 1: EnsembleVerses 2-4: All
OFFERINGDuring the offering, please sign your name and pass the red folders down each row.
As folders are returned to the center aisle, note the names of fellow worshippers on your pew.
OFFERTORY MUSIC
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ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION OF ELDERS
OPENING WORDSThere are different gifts,
But it is the same Spirit who gives them.There are different ways of serving God,
But it is the same Lord who is served.God works through different people in different ways.
Together we are the body of Christ.
PRESENTATION OF ELDERS
CONSTITUTIONAL QUESTIONS FOR ELDERS
CONSTITUTIONAL QUESTIONS FOR THE CONGREGATIONDo we, the members of the church accept these people as elders, chosen by God through the voice of this congregation to lead us in the way of Jesus Christ? We do.
Do we agree to encourage them, to respect their decisions, and to follow as they guide us, serving Jesus Christ, who alone is Head of the Church? We do.
ORDINATION PRAYER
*CLOSING SONG “In the Midst of New Dimensions” Verses: Ensemble Refrain: All
BENEDICTION
*GOING FORTH “The Spirit Sends Us Forth to Serve”
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The flowers in the Sanctuary today are given to the glory of God and in honor of Sandy and George Evans as they celebrate their 50th anniversary.
Sanctuary Flowers - Consider giving the flowers for Sunday worship to remember or honor loved ones, or to celebrate an event, while expressing praise and thanksgiving to God. Please contact Linda Watson during business hours at 302-571-6719 or [email protected]. Available date for flowers is April 11.
The Lord’s Supper is normally celebrated the first Sunday of every month at both services.
Are you wearing a nametag? Whether you are a longtime member or new to the church, wearing a nametag provides others the opportunity to meet you, greet you by name, and for you to become more familiar with others at church. Nametags and markers are in baskets at all major entrances.
“Westminster to Go” Audio tapes and DVD’s of recent Westminster worship services are available at the front desk. Printed sermons are available on the literature tables and at www.wpc.org.
Please remember in your prayers:
Those recently hospitalized: David Adelman, Rocchina Leoncavallo, Frank Waldburger, Agnes McGeehan; Reena, Shyla, and Aliya Shah.
Westminster’s homebound family who can no longer attend worship with us. Send a card, say a prayer, visit! This week we ask you to remember Frieda Tice whose new address is 1170 W. Main St. Apt. 29, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.
Our 11th Mission Team to New Orleans building homes this week with Habitat for Humanity: Liz Bacon, Jim Carter, LeeAnn Comegys, Dick and Mary Kay Haden, Janis Harrison, Cathy Higgins, Ann Jarrett, Bill Nace, and Carol Neff.
Those who are grieving the loss of loved ones, including the families of: Tom Clark who died February 22, and Alex Tyree who died February 24.
Our brothers and sisters in worldwide ministry.
Westminster’s Covenant Prayer Group prays weekly for specific needs of the faith community. Anyone may submit a prayer requests by leaving a confidential message on 302-654-5848, ext. 335, or filling out a prayer request card (in the pew pocket) and placing it in the offering plate.
The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan often seem far away, and we may neglect to realize that Americans, as well as Iraqis, Afghans and members of coalition forces, continue to die each day. As Christians, we are called to pray for the spreading of peace and justice and an end to violence. If someone in your family is serving in these wars, please let us know, so that we may include that person on our prayer list. Contact Colleen Falasco: 302-654-5214 ext. 131, or [email protected] week we pray for
Those known to the WPC Community presently serving in the Middle East:Afghanistan: Edward Maloney, Chris Martin, Neal Moody and Daniel Reinsenberger
The families of those from the U.S. who have died most recently:Sergeant David Smith, age 25, Staff Sergeant Rusty Christian, age 24, Captain David Thompson, age 39Specialist Marc Paul Decoteau, age 19, Lance Corporal Michael Freeman, Jr., age 21
Those who have returned from service, possibly suffering from wounds or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, whose scars may by deep and long-lasting.
