The chancel flowers today are given in honor of all family ties that bind us together.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 29 6:45AM Women’s Bible Study @ IKE Box

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30 8:30AM Men’s Coffee @ IKE Box 1:00PM History Guild Work Time

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31 10:00AM Quilts & More 12:00PM Women@Noon 6:00PM Spooky Beans Pop-Up Cafes

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1 10:00AM Write Your Life 7:00PM Chancel Choir 7:00PM Christian Life for HS Girls

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4 ALL SOUL’S SUNDAY 9:30AM Classic Communion Worship 11:00AM Sunday@Eleven Communion Worship 1:00PM Join the Journey 4:30PM REACH Middle School 6:30PM REACH High School

In 1560, the Scottish Parliament ruled in support of the Scots Confession, which laid the ground-work for the establishment of the Presbyterian Church under the Rev. John Knox. A mark of the new denomination was self-government by a Presbytery comprised of congregational ('lay') representatives and ordained pastors from each congregation within a geographical region.

Reformation Sunday commemorates the date 501 years ago - October 31, 1517 - that Martin Luther posted 95 Theses (Arguments) on the castle church's door near Wittenberg University where he taught theology. Some scholars believe that Luther picked this date - the day before All Hallows (eventually known colloquially as "Hallow E'en") – when many believers would attend services to honor the memory of deceased family members. This show of defiance was commonplace in many cities, because, in truth, activist clergymen had been preaching that the conventional Church had lost touch with the people and had overextended its power.

Luther's statements openly challenged certain practices of the church and the Pope. He argued that the ideals of the first century church had been ignored and felt that reform was essential to restore the true faith. Within months, Protestant fervor began sweeping across Europe, stirred by the preaching of Luther, Calvin, Knox, Bucer, and Zwingli. Many reformations in widespread locations often led to bloodshed, yet, in time, these revolutions led to many "Protestantisms."

This Sunday also commemorates the year when the Presbyterian denomination came into being, and is marked by our Kirkin (Gaelic for "blessing"). Many people of Scottish heritage identify with the tartan which uniquely identifies a particular region in Scotland where their ancestors lived. After 75 years of suppression, the clan heritage was reinstituted in 1822 when King George IV of England visited there and wore the Stewart Royal tartan. Thereafter, tartan weaving again flourished. There are now over 5500 officially registered patterns.

The origin of the Kirkin of the Tartans is steeped in tradition, yet it was only 77 years ago - in 1941- that it was introduced in the United States. In Washington, DC, at the New York Avenue Presbyterian Church, Senior Pastor Dr. Peter Marshall, a native of Scotland, founded the first American Kirkin. Banners and bagpipes stirred the congregation to respond to the plight of the British people enduring widespread hardship in the early years of WWII. Their compassion created an unbreakable bond between Americans and the British. Since that time, Kirkin services have become increasingly popular in the United States. The largest of these is held yearly in April in the National Cathedral in Washington, DC.

The tartan banners represented here celebrate the Scottish lineage of many of our church members, the ties we each have to our relatives and friends - wherever they may be in the world and across the years - and the ties we have within our community. The Blessing of the Tartans is symbolic of how to rededicate our lives to selfless service and caring concern.

WHY WE CELEBRATE

TARTANS AND DONORS WILLIAMS OF WALES Dave & Sherri Williams

YOUNG Ruth Young In memory of grandfather, Hugh McClellan Young

CELTIC CROSS BANNER On loan to us from

Peace Presbyterian Church.

Created from authentic Scottish tartans for the Eugene Scottish Festival, May 2011.

Special thanks to Quilts & More and Neal Wilkes

for helping with the display.

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THE SCOTTISH REFORMATION

The established church of the late- 15th century had been moving away from the core teachings of the early church. John Knox was ordained into the priesthood around 1540 and was well aware of nonconformist preaching in many parts of Europe. One of the most learned preachers was Martin Luther, a prominent professor at Wittenberg University in the province of Saxony. He openly challenged the Catholic church about its campaign across Europe to rebuild St. Peter's Basilica in Rome by selling indulgences to raise money.

The Reform movement grew rapidly during the decades after Luther's 95 Theses appeared on the church door in 1517. In Scotland, George Wishart and Patrick Hamilton were martyred for their preaching. In Switzerland, John Calvin attracted people from every level of society to his revisionist teachings and reformed worship which included singing

of hymns in the familiar vernacular of the congregation, studying of the Bible, and hearing about a loving God instead of a distant deity – in sum, a Protestant Reformation.

Knox was arrested and enslaved for 19 months. Upon his release, he spent time in Geneva with Calvin, then returned to Scotland to become pastor of St. Giles' Church in Edinburgh. There, his teachings became the foundation of Presbyterianism. Knox, with five other clergymen, wrote a lengthy statement - the Scots Confession of Faith - in 1560. Under the authority of the Scottish Parliament, Knox continued to preach in both Edinburgh and St. Andrew's until his death in 1572.

Presbyterianism considers Knox its founder. On Reformation Sunday, each person here is invited to ponder where there are continuing needs for reform, to ensure that the gospel of grace remains at the heart of faith and practice.

SHAW OF TORDARROCH [ANCIENT] Mrs. Elvira [Shaw] Lassey

STATE OF OREGON Jan Walker In honor of Oregon’s 150th birthday [1859 –2009]

STEWART DRESS Greg & Linda [Stewart] Nelson

STEWART ROYAL In memory of Phyllis and Rev. John Stewart, Senior Pastor of SFPC [1963-1985]

STEWART DRESS BLUE Sandra Stewart

U.S. AIR FORCE MAJ Wes & Joan Carter [USAF-ret.]

U.S. ARMY SGM Doug & Michele Smith [US Army-ret.]

U.S. NAVY Michael & Christine Talbert In memory of Winfred Eugene Talbert [SCPO, USN-ret.]

U.S. MARINES Jim [deceased] & Jean Ballinger In honor of Justin and Blake Ballinger [USMC]

U.S. COAST GUARD In memory of Marie Madson [USCG-ret.]

ORDER OF WORSHIP OCTOBER 28, 2018 | 10:30AM KIRKIN OF THE TARTANS WORSHIP CELEBRATION

WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION TO THE KIRKIN Rev. Del Burnett PROCESSION OF PIPERS AND TARTANS [please remain seated] BLESSING OF FAMILY TIES AND KINDRED HEARTS Rev. Del Burnett CALL TO WORSHIP Rev. Del Burnett Leader: The world belongs to God: People: the earth and all its people. Leader: How good and how lovely it is People: to live together in unity. Leader: Love and faith come together, People: justice and peace join hands. Leader: If the Lord’s disciples keep silent, People: these stones would shout aloud. Leader: Open our lips, O God, People: and our mouths shall proclaim your praise.

HYMN* A Mighty Fortress Is Our God // Red 260 v1, 2, 4 PRAYER OF CONFESSION* Rev. Del Burnett from the Book of Common Worship

Merciful God, in your gracious presence we confess our sin and the sin of this world. Although Christ is among us as our peace, we are a people divided against ourselves as we cling to the values of a broken world. The profit and pleasure we pursue lay waste the land and pollute the seas. The fears and jealousies that we harbor set neighbor against neighbor and nation against nation. We abuse your good gifts of imagination and freedom, of intellect and reason, and have turned them into bonds of oppression. Lord, have mercy on us; heal and forgive us. Set us free to serve you in the world as agents of your reconciling love in Jesus Christ. Amen

AFFIRMATION OF GRACE* Rev. Del Burnett PASSING OF THE PEACE* The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you. RESPONSE* The Church’s One Foundation // Red 442 v1, 4, 5 LIFE @ SALEM FIRST Rob Thrasher

TARTANS AND DONORS APPROACH

NISBET Dr. William & Helen Nisbet In memory of son Jason Andrew Nisbet

RATTRAY [ANCIENT] Greg & Linda Nelson, and Helen Rattray Murray [deceased]

MORRISON Jerry & Lola Morrison

MURRAY OF ATHOLL [ANCIENT] Frank [Murray] [deceased] & Buena [Stewart] Washburn In memory of mother, Dorothy Murray Washburn

MACLACHLAN Marge McLauchlan [deceased]

ROBERTSON [DONNACHAIDH] Jim & Fern Stark [deceased]

SCOTT HUNTING [ANCIENT] Jeanne [Shaw] Arana

SHAW OF INGLIS Jeanne [Lassey-Shaw] Arana

SCOTT GREEN Evelyn [Scott] Hopkins and Barbara Hopkins

ROSS Wayne & Mary [Ross] Swanson

Special thanks to our Beadle, Michael Swan, clergy banner carrier, Rev. Rebecca Strader,

and the Willamette Pipes & Drums.

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SCRIPTURE Mark 10:46-52 ANTHEM Gaelic Blessing // John Rutter MESSAGE Vision Renewed // Rev. Del Burnett

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH* Sarah Page from Iona Abbey Worship Book

We believe in God in whom is power and compassion. We believe in the Creator who gave birth to the universe, set solar systems dancing in space, shaped molecules and mountains, and conceived beauty beyond our imagining. God’s power topples tyrants, and brings down walls of separation; God’s love embodies the tenderness of a mother and father, encouraging and caring for each of us. We believe in Jesus, born in obscurity in an occupied land; a human being, vulnerable to hunger, thirst, persecution and grief. He understood the power of love and confronted the powers of evil, spoke the truth with courage and clarity, forgave his enemies and changed lives. In his living, dying and rising again he showed love strong enough to save the world. We believe in the Holy Spirit who sustains, comforts and empowers us, opens the scriptures, opens our minds, and illuminates earth’s darkness. Amen.

HYMN* Be Thou My Vision // Red 339 v1, 3 PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Sarah Page PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS Sarah Page OFFERTORY Partita on Bunessan: Prelude // John Behnke RESPONSE* Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow // Red 592 PRAYER OF DEDICATION* Rob Thrasher RESPONSE* Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound // Red 280 v1-5 COMMISSION & BLESSING* Rev. Del Burnett RECESSIONAL OF THE TARTANS [please remain seated]

WORD

RESPONSE

FERGUSON Robin & Jean [deceased] Jans

GRAHAM OF MONTROSE [ANCIENT] Jan [Graham] Walker

GORDON DRESS Mary Jo Christy

GUNN Gigi [Gunn] Merrill

KEITH Shirley Marshall Price Greenwood [deceased]

LAMONT Scott & Lyn Kohl In memory of Don Kohl

KERR Bruce [deceased] & Marsha Kerr

MACBRIDE Shirley Hawke [deceased] In memory of mother, Olive MacBride Hawke

MACDOUGALL Wayne & Mary Swanson In memory of great-grandmother, Jeanette MacDougall

MACFARLANE Ron & Ann Edwards [deceased]

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PRAYERS FAMILY Mike & Teddi Tate, Don & Jan Taylor, Stella Taylor, Jerry & Sue Thompson, Carolyne Thrasher, Diane Tibbatts, Nancy Tollenaar, Genevieve Topping, Betsy Van Cleve, George Gray & Hilda Van Leerdam STAFF Joyer Takju HEALING Pat Stahl

Don’t be early! Set your clocks back one hour THIS Saturday night before you go to sleep so you can arrive at the correct time next Sunday.

JOIN THE JOURNEY // NOVEMBER 4TH

Join Del for a conversation about Presbyterian life and our community here at Salem First. Let’s talk about your questions and wonderings. Sign up today or contact Sarah.

We will celebrate Communion in both services and the 11:00AM worship will include an Agape meal. We will also remember those from our family who have joined the Church Triumphant during the past year.

ALL SOUL’S SUNDAY // NOVEMBER 4TH

SPOOKY BEANS CAFES // OCTOBER 31ST Benny Bones and the crew of Spooky Beans Cafe will be up to their tricks and treats again on Halloween night. We could use bags of candy or help with serving treats to the neighborhood. Contact Rob about how to help.

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME // NOVEMBER 4TH

ANDERSON Rev. & Mrs. Rob Anderson

BELL OF THE BORDERS Mary [Bell] Mainwaring In memory of her parents, Burton & Anne Bell

AYRSHIRE DISTRICT Mark & Pat McKelvie

ARMSTRONG Lois [Graham] Moran

BRUCE Hal & Roberta [Bruce] Schmechel

BURNETT Rev. Dr. Del & Donna Burnett

COOPER Dr. Bob Cooper

CLERGY BLUE Jan [Graham] Walker In honor of the ordained pastors of our denomination

CAMPBELL [ANCIENT] Wes & Joan [Campbell] Carter

FARQUHARSON Mel Christy [deceased]