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PENTECOST

11:00 a.m. May 19, 2002

ASSEMBLE IN GOD'S NAME

Organ Prelude:

Choral Introit:

s Hymnbook: "Breathe on Me, Breath of God" #235

s Passing the Peace

Concerns of the Church

Call to Worship (Joel 2:28)

Leader: And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh;

People: And your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions:

Opening Prayer

Prayer of Confession (in unison)

Almighty, eternal God and Father,

we confess and acknowledge unto thee that we were conceived in unrighteousness and are full of sin and transgression in all our life.

We do not fully believe thy word nor follow thy holy commandments.

Remember thy goodness, we beseech thee, and for thy name's sake be gracious unto us, and forgive us our iniquity. This we pray in the name of the only-begotten Son, Amen.

[Martin Bucer 1539]

Declaration of Forgiveness

Leader: The saying is sure and worthy of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners (I Timothy 1:15).

People: He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that, free from sins, we might live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed (I Peter 2:24).

s Hymnbook: "O Come and Sing Unto the Lord"…#29

Presentation of Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

s Doxology #544

PROCLAIM GOD'S WORD

Commissioning Ceremony for Watchman Representatives

Children's Sermon: "Crab Grass"

I John 1:7

Dismissal to Children’s Church (5 and Under)

Scripture Lesson: Acts 2:1-21

Anthem:

Sermon: "Bug Buildup"

GO IN GOD'S NAME

s The Apostles' Creed

s Prayer of Thanksgiving

s The Lord's Prayer

s Hymnbook: "Holy Spirit, Truth Divine" #240

s Charge and Blessing

Postlude:

*s: All who are able please stand.

Announcements

Today is Pentecost, the birthday of the Church. Welcome and happy birthday, Church. May the Holy Spirit who filled the first believers with power and joy rest upon us this day. May God grant us the spiritual gifts we need to serve Him to the best of our ability.

Today Hospice is commissioning Carroll Moore and Lana Rossy as Watchman Representatives for our congregation. We thank Lana and Carroll for their willingness to undertake this important task.

Betty Adkins is in Mary Black Hospital recovering from hip surgery. Please remember Betty and all our sick and shut-ins in your prayers.

Nell Norris' brother, Dr. Phillip Shillinglaw, died May 9, 2002. A graveside service was held Monday, May 13, at Rose Hill Cemetery. Please remember the family in your prayers.

Session meets tonight, 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

COMMISSIONING CEREMONY FOR WATCHMAN REPRESENTATIVES

A watchman is a leader in a congregation of people. The book of Isaiah says that being a watchman is a calIing. Watchmen lift up their voices to build up and prepare the way for the people. A watchman may give warning or bring awareness to the congregation. A watchman is willing to have a vision and carry out a purpose. A watchman exhibits faithfulness, persistence, and leads by example. A watchman has a spirit of compassion and concern to bring a peaceful way of living to people.

Call to Worship

Leader: I will bless the Lord at all times.

All: His praise I will speak forever.

Leader: Let us pray.

0 God, ever generous and caring in all our needs, we thank you and bless you for guiding us on the journey of life and lighting the path of unknown ways. May our hearts trust the way you have prepared and help us to be generous in sharing your goodness. Through Christ our Lord.

All: Amen.

Word Service

Luke 8:16, "No one lights a lamp and hides it in a jar or puts it under a bed. Instead, he puts it on a stand, so that those who come in can see the light."

Pinning

May this pin be a reminder of your service to your Church Family and Hospice. (Pin placed on Watchman by Hospice representative.)

Intercessions

[The response to the intercessions is: Lord, hear us.]

Leader: Bless Carroll and Lana₁ as they begin a new ministry and give them the grace and strength to carry it out.

All: Lord, hear us.

Leader: Bless us, help us at York Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, to support one another in our efforts and endeavors.

All: Lord, hear us.

Leader: Bless all under Hospice care, the patients, their caregivers, families, friends, and all Hospice personal who minister to their needs.

All: Lord, hear us.

Leader: Bless all who begin new paths in daily work and living; guide them in your truth.

All: Lord, hear us.

Blessing Prayer

Leader: Lord of heaven and earth, we give you the glory due your Holy Name. We call on your name to bless Carroll and Lana as they begin a new ministry. Give them the needed guidance so that their efforts will be fruitful and valuable. May all our efforts build up your kingdom where you live with Jesus and the Spirit, forever and ever.

All: Amen.

If you have questions or comments, email Tony Grant

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