First Presbyterian Church August 19, 2018 9:30 a.m.

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

“Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually.” Psalm 105:4

GATHERING AROUND THE WORD

Prelude

Welcome and Church Life Notes

*Call to Worship (from Psalm 27)

One: The Lord is my light and salvation; whom do I need to fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom should I be afraid?

All: Just one thing have I asked of the Lord; only this will I seek; to live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life.

One: You hide me in the safety of your sheltering arms, O Lord. You will set me high upon a rock.

All: My heart said of you, “Seek my face.” Your face, O Lord, I will seek, and I will sing; I will sing praises to you, O Lord. Hallelujah.

*Hymn “Seek Ye First” #175

*Call to Confession

*Prayer of Confession

Lord God, we confess we hunger for the things of this world, while you offer us the bread of life that satisfies. We run after pleasures that in the end, do not fulfill our desires. We believe we are able to fill the empty places within us that you alone can fill. Forgive us for choosing the ways that lead nowhere. Shepherd us, O Lord. Heal us and renew us, as we follow Jesus, in whose name we pray. Amen.

(A moment for silent personal prayer of confession)

*Assurance of Pardon

One: Hear the Good News: we are forgiven! We are set free to go out into the world and be the loving, gracious, hopeful people of God!

All: Thanks be to God. Amen.

*Choral Response “Glory Be to the Father” #581

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost!

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be!

World without end! Amen! Amen!

*Passing of the Peace

One: Jesus has spoken peace; to those who are near and those who are far

away. Let us be peacemakers together in Christ. The peace of the Lord

be with you.

All: And also with you.

PROCLAIMING THE WORD

Time for Small Disciples Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays

Special Music “Peace Like a River”

Susie & Tom Little, Renee Maxwell, Andy Baldauf

*Prayer for Illumination

God our helper, by your Holy Spirit, open our minds, that as the Scriptures are read and your Word is proclaimed, we may be led into your truth and taught your will, for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Isaiah 6:1-8 (page 635 OT in the pew Bible)

Acts 17:24-28 (page 137 NT in the pew Bible)

Mark 1:16-20 (page 35 NT in the pew Bible)

Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

*Hymn “Lord, You Have Come to the Lakeshore” #721

Sermon “Following Jesus” Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays

RESPONDING TO THE WORD

*Sung Affirmation of Faith “I Believe in God the Father” #481

Presentation of Gifts and Offerings

Call to the Offering “Take My Life” (verses 1-3) #697

Offertory “Just a Little Talk with Jesus”

Andy Baldauf, Renee Maxwell, Susie & Tom Little

*Choral Response “The Doxology” # 606

*Prayer of Dedication

We thank you O Lord, for all good things! May our giving be with grateful hearts as we support the ministry of Christ’s Church. Amen.

*Prayer Hymn “Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying” #469

Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer

… “forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors”

*Song on the Way “Take My Life” (verses 4-6) #697

*Benediction

*Choral Benediction “Here I Am, Lord” #69

*Postlude

*You may stand.

Thought for today: “If you can find a path with no obstacles, it probably doesn’t lead anywhere.” —Frank A. Clark

Interim Pastor: Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays Music Director/ Organist: Billy Meredith Special Music: Renee Maxwell, Tom and Susie Little, Andy Baldauf e-mail: office@fpcdelhi.org

Liturgist: Elder Sarah Philion Phone: (607) 746-2155

Fax # (607) 746-2156 4 Clinton Street, Delhi, NY 13753

Web Site: www.fpcdelhi.org

The First Presbyterian Church Delhi, New York

First Presbyterian Church actively exists as the living body of Christ, committed to growing in faithfulness to God, serving the whole human family

and welcoming all people into God’s love. (Our Mission Statement)

SUNDAY August 19

9:30 am Worship (Chapel)

Monday August 20

5:00 pm PNC Meeting (Library)

TUESDAY August 21

Office Working Remotely 5:30 pm Weight Watchers (Chapel)

WEDNESDAY August 22

7:30 am SPARKS (FPC Library) 12:00 pm Delhi Clergy Association (Library) 5:30 pm Community Orchestra Rehearsal (Chapel) 7:00 pm Campfire Fellowship at the Philion home

THURSDAY August 23

9:00 am - 2:00 pm Kirk Work Day

FRIDAY August 24

9:00 am – 2:00 pm The Kirk Thrift Shoppe open! 10:00 am Gentle Yoga (Chapel)

SATURDAY August 25

9:00 am – 2:00 pm The Kirk Thrift Shoppe open!

SUNDAY August 26

Bountiful Giving Sunday!!

9:30 am Worship (Chapel)

RR – Red Room; CR – Conference Room; FH – Fellowship Hall; BR – Blue Room

The Mission Committee would like to challenge us to sponsor a village through Village Hope Partnership. $3,000.00 is the amount needed to begin work in a new village with at least 70 villages in need. The Mission Committee has already

committed $1,000.00 toward a village sponsorship and some funds have been contributed by the congregation. Let us show the power of God’s love and support a village together! Please make contributions to First Presbyterian Church using the envelopes for Village Hope provided in the chapel and office or clearly marked “Village Hope” and drop in the offering plate, mail to the church or leave in the church office. Thank you for your support and caring for all God’s creation.

First Presbyterian Church

of Delhi, New York Church Life: August 19, 2018

“Great are the works of the LORD!” (Psalm 111:2): long summer days, meteor showers, lakes and forests, time for vacation and rest. Let us worship our generous God.

Despite all the despair and hurt in the world, with the psalmist I “put [my] hope in the LORD, for with the LORD is unfailing love and ... full redemption” (Psalm 130:7, NIV).

We invite everyone to take a moment before or after worship to sign the Church Attendance Register located outside the chapel door. A special welcome is extended to all who are visiting with us this morning. We hope that your worship experience will be meaningful and enjoyable. If you are interested in learning more about First Presbyterian Church or becoming a member of this congregation, please speak with Pastor Lisa Ruth, the Church Office or any Elder.

The TRUSTEES responsible for counting today are Sarah Philion and Art Maxwell. The Trustees responsible for counting on August 26 are Steve McKeegan and Brian Sprague.

SUMMER WORSHIP - We are enjoying Summer Hours at First Pres! Worship through September 2 will begin at 9:30. Worship during these summer months will take place in the Chapel but is subject to change if necessary. On September 9 we will return to our 10:30 worship time in the Sanctuary. The Summer Sermon Series on the “Hymns We Sing” continues! Please join us each week to learn more about the theology behind our favorite hymns and sing praises to the Lord our God!

This summer we will be sharing FELLOWSHIP AROUND THE CAMPFIRE. The next “fire of fellowship” will be held on August 22 at the home of Sarah, Tom & Miles Philion. Come around 7, have a S'more, share a story and gaze at the stars.

Our prayer focus for AUGUST: Elected officials who serve our village, town, county, and state

Newsletter articles are due in the office on Monday, August 27, 2018 in order to be placed in the September - October Courier. If you are able to submit items earlier, it is greatly appreciated.

Ladies Lunch at Crossroads is a time to relax and have a meal and enjoy conversation. There are no "lessons" involved; sharing around the table is just a pleasing thing to do. Buy Your Own lunch is the plan for 1:00 at Crossroads on the third Wednesday of each month. Please come enjoy Ladies Lunch whenever you can. Your friend in Christ, Pastor Lisa.

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP BAGS are available in the hospitality room on the shelves. Children are welcome to select a bag & items of their choosing to use during worship. CHILDREN’S BULLETINS are also available. The CHILD CARE ROOM is available to parents during worship.

Thoughts on Giving: “Watch carefully then how you live, not as foolish persons but as wise…” EPHESIANS 5:15 A wise person recognizes that all we have and all we are comes from God. A wise person thanks God continually throughout the day for all His many blessings. A wise person realizes that God has blessed us for a reason and that He wants us to help Him build His kingdom of earth. Stewardship Prayer: That we make wise choices in how we live as God’s stewards and have the courage to turn away from foolish wants.

Attendance week of 8-12-18 46 The amount needed each week The amount given week of 8-12-18

$2,774.27 $2,226.00

The amount needed year-to-date The amount given YTD as of 8-12-18 Fuel Fund given YTD as of 8-12-18

Mission giving week of 8-12-18 Mission giving YTD as of 8-12-18

$87,776.64 $55,543.92

$2,756.00

$251.00 $3,819.00

Apportionment Needed 2018 Apportionment received YTD as of 8-12-18

$6,960.72 $2,100.82

The Per Capita amount for 2018 has been set at $37.83 per member.

REMEMBER - NEXT SUNDAY IS A BOUNTIFUL GIVING SUNDAY!!

SUMMER MISSION EMPHASIS – OUR LOCAL FOOD BANK

The group "Our Gang" meets the second and last Wednesdays of the month from 12:30 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. in the Conference Room at FPC. This is a great way for 50 + and seniors to enjoy an afternoon of socializing, arts, crafts, music and good fun. The group will meet again on August 29. All are welcome. Bring your lunch, treats provided. If you have questions, please contact Ellie Ciferri or the church office. There is no fee for attending. A free will donation will be given to the church for operational expenses.

ANNUAL SCHOOL SUPPLY PROJECT The First Presbyterian Church of Delhi is heading the School Supply project for the Delhi Community. This project helps to provide school supplies, backpacks and items needed for a successful school year to Delaware Academy students in need. First Presbyterian Church will be sorting and delivering all the donations this year. Cash contributions are also greatly appreciated and are often used to purchase socks, underwear, backpacks and snacks. Checks should be made payable to “First Presbyterian Church” with ‘school supplies’ on the memo line and may be dropped off in the church office or mailed to First Presbyterian Church, 4 Clinton Street, Delhi, NY 13753. Please submit all donations by Monday, August 27 so they can be sorted and distributed. There is a basket outside the First Presbyterian Church Office for school supply donations. Thank you for your help with this important local mission! If you have any questions, please call the First Presbyterian church office at 607-746-2155. A list of items needed may be obtained in the church office.

The Kirk is in need of shopping bags – both plastic and paper bags are welcome! Clean out your cabinet and drop your clean, reusable shopping/gift bags off today.