GEORGETOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
GEORGETOWN, DE 19947
MAY 23, 2021
Day of Pentecost
SUNDAY SCHOOL BIBLE PRESENTATIONS
Scarlett Illian, Ethan Gulab, Krystal Mall, Amber Mall, Madison
Culley, Joshua Johnson, Henry Short, and Eli Short.
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES
Amin Mall graduated from Sussex Central High School, class of 2020,
and is presently attending Delaware Technical College.
Joshua Choudhary graduated from Sussex Central High School, class
of 2020, and is attending Delaware Technical College.
Justin Gulab graduated from Sussex Technical High School, class of
2020, and is attending Delaware Technical College, where he is
majoring in Business.
Cassie McCabe is graduating from Indian River High School, class of
2021. She plans to attend Sweet Briar College in Virginia and
concentrate in pre-veterinarian studies. Congratulations to Cassie
who received a Presidential Scholarship and Scholars Recognition
Award.
Carissa Gulab, daughter of Asim Gulab is graduating from Pikesville
High School in Pikesville, MD. She will be attending Mount Saint
Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, MD in August. Carissa received
academic scholarships and is leaning towards majoring in some area
of the sciences.
McKenzie Davis, daughter of Brandon Davis, is graduating from
Hartselle High School in Hartselle, Alabama. McKenzie received the
Principal Choice Scholarship Award and Debra St. John Briscoe
Memorial Scholarship. She will be attending Calhoun Community
College for the first two years and then transfering to
Jacksonville State or University of Huntsville. McKenzie plans on
either teaching Environmental Science or working in Wildlife
Protection.
COLLEGE
Sumbal Gulab received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from
Wilmington University class of 2020 and her Master of Science in
Nursing MSN in 2021 from Wilmington University.
Christena Umsted’s grandson, Alex Kinsman, is graduating Summa cum
laude from Bucknell University, class of 2021, with a B.S. in
business and an emphasis on accountancy. He will be moving to
Philadelphia where he has a job with PWC.
Carolyn Green’s grandson, Spencer Green, received his bachelor’s
degree in business from the University of South Carolina. Spencer
will continue his education at the University of Delaware where he
will be pursuing a master’s degree
Beth Smith’s granddaughter, Abby Smith, has graduated from
University of Virginia with a BA in Cognitive Science.
Announcements
Prelude Sallie Horner
“We Bring the Sacrifice of Praise” by K. Dearman, arr. F.
Bock
Invocation Pastor Jerry
Led by Sunday School & Choir
Congregation joins the second time; please stand.
We are singing for the Lord is our Light, we are singing for the
Lord is our light. (repeat)
We are sing (singing, we are singing) oh oh – We are singing for
the Lord is our light. We are sing (singing, we are singing) oh oh
– We are singing for the Lord is our light.
Call to Worship Psalm 104
L: May the glory of the LORD endure forever; may the LORD rejoice
in God’s works —
C: who looks on the earth and it trembles, who touches the
mountains and they smoke.
L: I will sing to the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praise to
my God while I have being.
C: May my meditation be pleasing to God, for I rejoice in the
LORD.
L: May my meditation be pleasing to God, for I rejoice in the
LORD.
Opening Hymn
“Let Every Christian Pray,” vss. 1, 2 & 3
1. Let every Christian pray, this day and every day, Come, Holy
Spirit, come! Was not the church we love commissioned from above?
Come, Holy Spirit, come!
2. The Spirit brought to birth the church of Christ on earth to
seek and save the lost. God never has withdrawn, since that
tremendous dawn, the gifts at Pentecost.
3. Only the Spirit’s power can fit us for this hour: Come, Holy
Spirit, come! Instruct, inspire, unite, and help us see your light,
Come, Holy Spirit, come!
Faith Sharing with Children Pastor Jerry
Lingering Results
Sometimes we can see the effect today of something that happened a
long time ago. When we walk into a deep woods, we see the results
of seeds that fell to the ground long ago. When we walk onto the
church grounds, we see the results of decisions long ago to plant a
church here in Georgetown.
After Jesus ascended into heaven long ago, his followers waited for
God’s Spirit to tell them what to do. The Spirit came on a very
special day called Pentecost. We can see the lingering results of
what those followers did. They spread the word about Jesus and
started the worldwide Christian church. Pray after me:
God, we bless your Holy Spirit . . . Long ago, your Spirit gave
people courage . . . to tell the world about your Son. . . Give us
your Spirit to carry on the story. . . Amen.
School Recognitions (see page 2)
Call to Confession Pastor Jerry
Prayer of Confession (Unison)
Holy Spirit, speak truth to our troubled hearts. Discomfort us in
our complacency. Stir up a yearning within us for justice and love.
Guide us away from paths of sin and sorrow onto paths of truth and
righteousness. Cleanse us and make us new. In your mercy and grace,
we pray. Silent prayer or meditation.
Assurance of Pardon John 17
When God blesses us with gifts of the Spirit, we are renewed and
made whole. Rejoice, sisters and brothers, God’s steadfast love
endures forever. Thanks be to God!
Musical Response
“Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart,” v. 1
Spirit of God, descend upon my heart. free it from sin, through all
its pulses move. Stoop to my weakness, mighty as you are, and make
me love you as I ought to love.
Prayer for Illumination Pastor Jerry
Epistle Reading
Romans 8:22-27 NIRV
22 We know that the whole creation has been groaning in labor pains
until now;
23 and not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the first
fruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly while we wait for adoption,
the redemption of our bodies.
24 For in hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope.
For who hopes for what is seen?
25 But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with
patience.
26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know
how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs
too deep for words.
27 And God, who searches the heart, knows what is the mind of the
Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to
the will of God.
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God!
New Testament Lesson
Acts 2:1-21 select vss. NRSV
1 When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one
place.
2 And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a
violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were
sitting.
3 Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue
rested on each of them.
4 All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak
in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability.
5 Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven living
in Jerusalem.
6 And at this sound the crowd gathered and was bewildered, because
each one heard them speaking in the native language of each.
7 Amazed and astonished, they asked, “Are not all these who are
speaking Galileans?
8 And how is it that we hear, each of us, in our own native
language?
12 All were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, “What does
this mean?”
13 But others sneered and said, “They are filled with new
wine.”
14 But Peter, standing with the eleven, raised his voice and
addressed them, “Men of Judea and all who live in Jerusalem, let
this be known to you, and listen to what I say.
15 Indeed, these are not drunk, as you suppose, for it is only nine
o’clock in the morning.
16 No, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel:
17 ‘In the last days it will be, God declares, that I will pour out
my Spirit upon all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall
prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men
shall dream dreams.
20 The sun shall be turned to darkness and the moon to blood,
before the coming of the Lord’s great and glorious day.
21 Then everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be
saved.’
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God!
Sermon “Creative Fire” Pastor Jerry
Affirmation of Faith
God the Holy Spirit
to God and to one another.
The Spirit enables people to receive forgiveness
as they forgive one another
and to enjoy the peace of God
as they make peace among themselves.
In spite of their sin, the Spirit gives people power
to become representatives of Jesus Christ
and his gospel of reconciliation to all. Amen.
Joys and Concerns
Call for the Offering Pastor Jerry
Offertory
D. Akers, arr. M. Hayes
There’s a sweet, sweet Spirit in this place, and I know that it’s
the Spirit of the Lord. There are sweet expressions on each face,
and I know they feel the presence of the Lord. Sweet Holy Spirit,
sweet heavenly Dove, stay right here with us, filling us with your
love. And for these blessings we lift our hearts in praise. Without
a doubt we’ll know that we have been revived when we shall leave
this place.
Prayer of Dedication (unison)
Great God, with gratitude we bring our gifts to you. Bless us and
our offerings. May our resources be a source of healing and hope,
of joy and justice in our world. In Christ’s name, we pray.
Amen.
Closing Hymn
“Two Thousand Years since Bethlehem,” vss. 1, 4 & 5
1. Two thousand years since Bethlehem first welcomed Jesus’ birth,
the startling truth began to dawn that God had come to earth. And
as he grew and lived and taught a different way unfurled: a way of
joy and love and peace, a new start for the world.
4. Two thousand years since Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came in
sound of mighty, rushing wind and tongues of living flame. a gift
to all who will believe and live the Jesus way. the power of God we
may receive, a new start from today!
5. Two thousand years of Christian faith have changed our history,
for Jesus is the Lord of time and of eternity. For all who seek a
better way, than failure, sin, and pain. still Jesus Christ makes
all things new: a chance to start again!
Charge and Benediction Pastor Jerry
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COMMUNITY NEWS
First Fruits Cart
For the month of May, Wesley Food Pantry requests: canned tuna,
canned chicken, canned peas, canned corn, and canned green beans.
Let’s fill the cart again!
Manse Renovations
We hope to complete the Manse work by the end of June. Many thanks
for your generous donations and continued prayer.
Outdoor Worship
If the weather is inclement (raining or below 60º) worship will be
exclusively on Zoom. On Sundays when all conditions are favorable,
we can enjoy outdoor worship in the park and parking lot. Outdoor
worship will also be on Zoom.
Meals on Wheels
In a communication dated April 28, the CHEER CENTERS announced the
eligibility of all Sussex County residents over age 60 for Meals on
Wheels, without the need for a doctor’s assessment.
For more information or to make a referral, call Nancy Elliott,
302-854-2886.
GPC Monthly Newsletter, “GPC Cares”
GPC’s Newsletter has a new column, GPC Cares. It is designed to
encourage you to share news and information with each other. You
can email your information to the newsletter editors listed
below.
· Christena Umsted
[email protected]
· Battle Robinson
[email protected]
Vacation Bible School
Mark your calendars for our “Family Friendly VBS,” July 12-16,
outdoors in the park from 6:00-7:00 p.m. We are looking for adults
and teens who would like to help out with stations.
We will also be packing meals for RISE UP AGAINST HUNGER on
Thursday, July 15 and need many hands.
Please contact Beth Illian at 302-841-8423 if you have questions or
you are able to help in any way.
Handmade Candles
Joseph Hellard, age 15 (son of Mari Ellyn Hellard) along with a
neighborhood friend have started their own candle business. They
are raising funds for the medical expenses of Shannon Shapter, the
church housekeeper. Candles are $10 donation. Contact Mari Ellyn to
purchase, 302-390-1629.
Staff and Officers
Co-Directors of Music Sallie Horner, Linda Wolfe
Office Manager Barbara LaPlante, 302-856-6842 (T,W,TH)
Prayer Chain Captain Betty Kasperski, 302-855-9477
Board of Deacons
Session
Peggy Hallowell (302) 354-4268,
[email protected] Buildings and
Grounds Committee
Mari Ellyn Hellard (302) 390-1629,
[email protected]
Emergency Shelter Director
Chris Hilliard (570) 847-6538,
[email protected]
Treasurer
Sharon Lawrence (302) 934-1361,
[email protected] Christian
Growth Committee
Darrell Moore (302) 329-9229,
[email protected] Membership
and Fellowship Committee
Battle Robinson (302) 856-2248,
[email protected] Commissioner to
Presbytery
Austin Short (302) 856-2343,
[email protected] Finance and
Budget Committee
Christena Umsted (302) 645-7013,
[email protected] Newsletter
Linda Wolfe (302) 856-7821,
[email protected] Mission
Committee; Manse Renovation project Mission Committee
GEORGETOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
P.O. Box 46
Georgetown, DE 19947
Georgetown Presbyterian Church
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