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SUNDAY WORSHIP BULLETIN
May 31, 2009Pentecost Sunday
SUNDAY WORSHIP BULLETIN
August 2, 200918th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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.
1502 West 13th Street · Wilmington, DE 19806302-654-5214 · Fax: 302-654-5706 · www.wpc.org
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Welcome to Westminster
Whether you are worshiping at Westminster for the first time or returning for a visit, we sincerely welcome you in the name of Christ!
Following our 10:00 a.m. worship service, we invite you to meet today’s “ambassador,” Susan McPheeters, at the back of the sanctuary. She will have a gift for you, and can share information regarding our many ministries for children, youth and adults. She can also guide you to the hospitality area to enjoy fellowship or lead you on a tour of the church.
Children are welcome in worship! Westminster’s Kids’ Notes and worship bags are available each Sunday from the ushers. Kids’ Notes, a weekly companion to Westminster’s morning worship, emphasizes listening and seeing during worship. The bags include storybooks for children of all ages, coloring paper and crayons, a children’s bulletin for those age three to six, and bookmarks for hymns and Scripture.
Worship Aids - Large print Presbyterian Hymnals and hearing devices may be obtained from any usher.
Would you like to know more? Check out our new website at www.wpc.org.
Summer Schedule through August 30 8:15 a.m. Worship with Communion in Rodney Chapel
9:45 – 11:15 a.m. Child Care for Cribbery (birth – toddler)
10:00 a.m. Worship Service in the Sanctuary
10:00 a.m. Sunday School for Under Six in the Under Six Classrooms
11:00 a.m. Tea and Fellowship on the Church Lawn
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ORDER OF WORSHIP AT 8:15 A.M.
PREPARATION FOR WORSHIP Loving God, you have so made us that we cannot live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from your mouth. Give us a hunger for your Word, and in that food satisfy our daily need;through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
*PASSING OF THE PEACE
*CALL TO WORSHIP
We gather for worship aware that we hunger for many things.We hunger for meaning, we hunger for truth, we hunger for hope.
Christ is the true bread of life.He is the one who can satisfy our deepest yearnings.
*HYMN NO. 264 “When in Our Music God Is Glorified” Engelberg
CALL TO CONFESSION
We open ourselves to God’s transforming power when we admit we have lost our way.Let us confess our confusion of priorities.
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
O God, we have relied on the treasures of earth for our meaning. When they do not satisfy, we try to fill the void with more things. We cling to our possessions as if they could save us, and embrace our habits as if there were no other way. We settle for appearances rather than substance, for looking good rather than doing good. We want to change, but renewal is risky, and we find it hard to commit ourselves to you.We reach for the forgiveness and courage you alone can give.
SILENT PRAYER
ASSURANCE OF GOD’S FORGIVENESS
PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Lay Liturgist, Robin Rosser
SCRIPTURE John 6:24-35
SERMON “The Bread of Life” Greg Jones
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OFFERING
At the asterisk (*), please stand as you are able. Passages in bold print may be said by all.
CELEBRATION OF THE LORD’S SUPPER
INVITATION TO THE TABLECome to this table, you who have much faith, and you who would like to have more.
We are invited to share in the feast of God’s presence.Celebrate here, celebrate now, the renewal of hope and joy.
We come to be nourished by the Bread of Life,and to taste God’s boundless love for us.
THE GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVINGThe Lord be with you.
And also with you.Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to the Lord.Eternal God…
LORD’S PRAYER
WORDS OF INSTITUTION AND COMMUNION OF THE PEOPLEThe communion set we are using today to celebrate the Lord’s Supper
belonged to Chad Miller and was given to Westminster by Chad’s family
PRAYER FOLLOWING COMMUNION
*Hymn “All Who Hunger”
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*BENEDICTION
ORDER OF WORSHIP AT 10:00 A.M.
PREPARATION FOR WORSHIPLoving God, you have so made us that we cannot live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from your mouth. Give us a hunger for your Word, and in that food satisfy our daily need;through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
*PASSING OF THE PEACE
ORGAN PRELUDE Organ Sonata no. 4 in B-flat Felix MendelssohnI. Allegro con brio
CALL TO WORSHIP We gather for worship aware that we hunger for many things.
We hunger for meaning, we hunger for truth, we hunger for hope.Christ is the true bread of life.
He is the one who can satisfy our deepest yearnings.
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*HYMN NO. 264 “When in Our Music God Is Glorified” Engelberg
CALL TO CONFESSIONWe open ourselves to God’s transforming power when we admit we have lost our way.
Let us confess our confusion of priorities.
PRAYER OF CONFESSION O God, we have relied on the treasures of earth for our meaning. When they do not satisfy, we try to fill the void with more things. We cling to our possessions as if they could save us, and embrace our habits as if there were no other way. We settle for appearances rather than substance, for looking good rather than doing good. We want to change, but renewal is risky, and we find it hard to commit ourselves to you.We reach for the forgiveness and courage you alone can give.
SILENT PRAYER
ASSURANCE OF GOD’S FORGIVENESS
TIME WITH OUR CHILDREN Susan Moseley
At the asterisk (*), please stand as you are able.Passages in bold print may be said by all.
PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Lay Liturgist, Sarah Hoopes
SCRIPTUREJohn 6:24-35
New Testament, pg. 85
SERMON “The Bread of Life” Greg Jones
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.
ORGAN OFFERTORY Organ Sonata no. 4 Mendelssohn II. Andante religioso
CELEBRATION OF THE LORD’S SUPPER
INVITATION TO THE TABLE
Come to this table, you who have much faith, and you who would like to have more.
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We are invited to share in the feast of God’s presence.Celebrate here, celebrate now, the renewal of hope and joy.
We come to be nourished by the Bread of Life,and to taste God’s boundless love for us.
*HYMN NO. 517 “We Come As Guests Invited” Wie Lieblich
THE GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
The Lord be with you.And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.We lift them to the Lord.
Eternal God…
LORD’S PRAYER
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
COMMUNION OF THE PEOPLE
MUSIC DURING COMMUNION Organ Sonata no. 4 Mendelssohn III. Allegretto
PRAYER FOLLOWING COMMUNION
Mighty God, you provide the true bread from heaven, your Son, our Lord. Grant that we who have received this sacrament may abide in him and he in us, that we may be filled with the power of his endless life, now and forever. Amen.
*HYMN “All Who Hunger” Holy Manna
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*BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE Organ Sonata no. 4 MendelssohnIV Allegro maestoso e vivace
*GOING FORTH
If you are visiting with us for the first time, we invite you to meet today’s ambassador,Susan McPheeters, at the baptismal font at the rear of the sanctuary.
You are invited to the front lawn for iced tea and fellowship.
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CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
Sunday, Aug. 2 Location 8:15 a.m. Worship with Communion Rodney Chapel 9:45 a.m. Child Care Cribbery10:00 a.m. Worship with Communion Sanctuary10:00 a.m. Sunday School Under Six Under Six Classroom D11:00 a.m. Summer Tea Church Lawn11:00 a.m. Stephen Ministry Rowell Conference Room 1:00 p.m. Homebound Communion Rowell Conference Room 8:00 p.m. AA Club Room
Monday, Aug. 3 Location 10:30 a.m. Close Knit Off Site Location 4:00 p.m. Rainbow Chorale Adult Music Room 7:00 p.m. AA Club Room
Tuesday, Aug. 4 Location 9:30 a.m. Staff Meeting Rowell Conference Room10:00 a.m. Mental Health Support Group Club Room10:30 a.m. Worship Planning Rowell Conference Room 5:30 p.m. Pacem in Terris Exhibit Rodney Chapel 5:30 p.m. BPI Daughtry Conference Room 6:30 p.m. Birth to Three Parenting Class Classroom 7 7:00 p.m. Pacem in Terris Summer Series Meeting Room
Wednesday, Aug. 5 Location 8:00 a.m. BPI Daughtry Conference Room 1:00 p.m. Presbytery Trustees Meeting Room 7:00 p.m. Mental Health Support Group Club Room
Thursday, Aug. 6 Location11:00 a.m. Instrumental Rehearsal Sanctuary12:00 p.m. Women’s Depression Support Group Classroom 5 6:30 p.m. Teen Parenting Class Classroom 7 8:00 p.m. AA Club Room
Friday, Aug. 7 Location 6:00 p.m. Wedding Rehearsal ~ Nicholls-Dunham Sanctuary 6:00 p.m. Recovery on the West Side - NA Classroom 5 9:30 p.m. AA Club Room
Saturday, Aug. 8 Location 7:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study Club Room 1:30 p.m. Nicholls Wedding Party Ruth Christie Room 1:30 p.m. Vocal Rehearsal – Wedding Sanctuary 3:00 p.m. Wedding~Nicholls-Dunham Sanctuary 4:00 p.m. Clean But Not Straight – NA Club Room
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We are grateful to the artists who wrote and composed our final hymn “All Who Hunger.”
Words by Sylvia G. Dunstan ©1991 GIA Publications, IncUsed with permission One License.net A715702
Music by William Moore ©1991 GIA Publications, IncUsed with permission One License.net A715702
The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God by Katie and Ryan Kirchenbauer who were married at Westminster yesterday.
Sanctuary Flowers - Consider giving the sanctuary flowers for Sunday worship. Your gift of God’s natural beauty to remember or honor loved ones, or to celebrate an event, expresses praise and thanksgiving to God. Please contact Linda Watson during business hours at 302-571-6719 or [email protected]. Available dates for flowers are August 30, September 6, 20 and 27.
Are you wearing a nametag? Whether you are a longtime member or new to the church, wearing a nametag allows others the opportunity to meet you, greet you by name, and become more familiar with others at church. Nametags and markers are in baskets at all entrances. Extend hospitality, kindness and friendship by wearing a nametag every Sunday.
“Westminster to Go” Audio tapes and DVD’s of recent Westminster worship services are available. Please use the sign-out sheet when you borrow them from the front desk. Printed sermons are available on the literature tables the following week and on our website at www.wpc.org.
Gifts donated in memory of Rev. Chad Miller will be used to support Westminster Youth Mission Trips. Chad recently wrote, “Mission trips not only change us, they also have the potential to change the world. When we come home we know that we are accountable for what we have learned and cannot leave things the way they are.” Please make contributions payable to Westminster Presbyterian Church and indicate “in Rev. Miller’s memory” on the memo line.
Today begins our Month of Musical Masterworks, an annual tradition unique to Westminster Church, which brings major instrumental works to enrich our 10:00 a.m. worship service each Sunday during the month of August. The series begins this morning with a solo organ sonata by Felix Mendelssohn, and continues next week with a sparkling flute concerto by Luigi Boccherini. See page 13 for a complete listing for the month.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
WORSHIP NOTES
IN MEMORIAM
MUSIC
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Please join the Parents of Little Ones (POLO) group on Sunday, August 16, at 2:00 pm for a fun afternoon at Graylyn Crest Swim Club (2002 Marsh Rd.). There is a baby pool for the little ones, and the bigger kids will (probably) love the 3-meter high dive. Cost is $2.00 per person, which can be paid that day. Please RSVP to Karen Dietz at [email protected] or (302) 656-0343 and plan on bringing drinks and snacks to share.
Thank you! The Joint Finance Committee is encouraged by the response to the special appeal to give a little extra of your treasure to help the church keep active the many ministries our members and community depend on. As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to give of our time, our talents and our treasure for the kingdom of God. Won't you prayerfully consider responding to the special appeal by giving an extra $96 this year? Please indicate "additional pledge" in the memo line on your check or on the offering envelope.
The Church Offices will be closed Fridays through September 4th,. If you wish to contact a pastor during an emergency, please use the home number in church directory.
Saturday Morning Yoga is taking a break for the summer. Look for an announcement in late August for the date and time that Saturday morning yoga will resume.
The deadline for the Sunday bulletin and the “Westminster Weekly Word” is Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. Send announcements and articles for either of the publications to [email protected].
Gardeners Needed Each year a dedicated group of Westminster members helps care for the Memorial Garden by weeding
and pruning the plants. Volunteers are asked to work a few hours in a designated two-week period. If you can help sometime this summer, please call Ellie Furry at 239-4937 or e-mail [email protected].
Calling all intrepid gardeners. The Weekly Weeders gather every Thursday at 8:30 a.m. to tackle weeds in Westminster borders and beds. Bring a bucket (we have extras), a digger, clippers, gloves and water to drink. Invite your friends and meet at the 13 th Street entrance where we will determine the day’s target. Plan to work for one hour. Call Kris Qualls 652-7272 if you have questions or suggestions.
Delaware Emergency Management Agency is conducting a survey to access how prepared Delaware citizens are for an emergency. It can be taken online at http://dema.delaware.gov/ by clicking the Emergency Preparedness and Response Survey - take survey’ link. The survey has 19 questions and generally takes less than 10 minutes to complete. One of the benefits of the survey is that is helps people think about what preparations they might need to make to be ready for an emergency that could face citizens of our state.
BLESSING THE BACKPACKS – Sunday, August 23. Mark your calendar for this very special event! We are seeking to provide backpacks for 200 students in grades K-5 th at nearby Shortlidge Academy elementary school. If you’re shopping for your child, we hope you’ll shop for another child as well. And if your “To Do List” doesn’t include shopping for school supplies, please send us your contribution and we’ll do the shopping for you! For details, see the upcoming mailing to each member of our congregation or call the church office (654-5214). Thank you!
NEWS TO NOTE
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Mission Fair in Honor of ChadWe all know that our Chad Miller had a passion for mission. In recognition of his strong support of mission, the Joint Mission Committee is hosting a Mission Fair. The Fair will be held on Sunday, September 20 th and Sunday, September 27th in Community Hall. All members are invited to attend and learn about the mission efforts Chad was so passionate about. We also hope that in his honor each member will give of their time to one (or more) of these efforts. So please come and honor Chad by learning about our many different mission efforts and how you can help. Groups wishing to participate should contact Sue Weissinger at [email protected] or (302) 652-5910 or Sue Linderman at [email protected] or (302) 239-7650.
Congo Cookout Welcoming Rev. Kabasele. Please join us for a casual potluck dinner on Sunday, August 16 at 4:00 pm at the home of Brud and Liz Bacon. There will be a short talk by Rev. Kabasele regarding the current state of affairs in the Congo. RSVP to Liz Bacon at (302) 658-8419 or [email protected].
It Really Isn’t Finished Yet. Join your fellow Westminster members in New Orleans for a week of fulfilling work and fellowship. We will be hosted again by St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church through their RHINO projects. Accommodations are a bit more posh than past trips, as participants will be staying at Brent House, a residence hotel. Act now – only two chances left! The first trip will be on November 16-22 and second March 1-8, 2010. Contact Liz Bacon at 658-8419 or [email protected] to reserve your spot.
Girl Talk Continues! Please plan to attend the next women’s summer reading group session on Wednesday, August 5th at 7:00 p.m. We will meet at discussion leader Sue Linderman’s house, 202 Vernet Drive, Hockessin. Bring your copy of “Broken For You” by Stephanie Kallos, along with a snack to share. If you need directions, please call Sue at (302) 239-7650. Hope to see you there.
We are delighted to have the Reverend Jill Getty on an interim basis as our Pastoral Care Assistant. With Westminster’s loss of Rev. Chad Miller, the Personnel Committee and session have been pursuing ways to fill in the gaps in staffing created by Chad’s death. Jill will work one day a week visiting members who are hospitalized as well as homebound members in declining health.
Please remember in your prayers:
Those recently hospitalized include Helen Thompson and Elva Carty.
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 Mrs. Rocchina Leoncavallo, 1724 Shadybrook Rd., Wilmington, DE 19803 and Mrs. Inez Cobb, Cokesbury Village HC 2007, 726 Loveville Rd., Hockessin, DE 19707.
Our brothers and sisters in worldwide ministry (see back page).
Westminster’s Covenant Prayer Group is committed to praying weekly for specific needs of the faith community. Anyone with prayer requests may leave a confidential message on 302-654-5848, ext. 335, or fill out a prayer request card (in the pew pocket) and place it in the offering plate.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE AND PRAYER
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A Centering Prayer time occurs every Thursday at noon in the Ruth Christie Room. Anyone is welcome to participate. Basically, those who come spend thirty minutes in silence. Silence allows us time and space to empty our minds, quiet our brains’ chatter, and be still and attentive to God.
If you are carrying a difficult burden – a Stephen Minister is available to meet with you following both services and to offer compassionate support. If you go to the piano at the conclusion of either service, someone with a Stephen Minister nametag will be there to speak with you, and if desired, pray with you.
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, we ask that you let us know so that we may include that person on our prayer list. (Contact Suzie Hurlock: 302-654-5214 ext. 131, or [email protected].). This week we pray for:
Those known to the Westminster community presently serving in the Middle East:Afghanistan: Neal Moody and Andy StofferIraq: Ken Bachman and Beau Biden
The families of those from the U.S. who have died most recently:Private First Class Donald Vincent, age 26, of Gainsville, Florida, July 25Specialist Justin Coleman, age 21, of WeekiWaches, Florida, July 24Specialist Herbeth Berrios-Campos, age 21, of Bealeton, Virginia, July 24Corporal Nicholas Xiarhos, age 21 of Yarmouth, Massachusetts, July 24Lance Corporal Jeremy Lasher, age 27, of Oneida, New York, July 24Sergeant Ryan Lane, age 25, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, July 24Sergeant Joshua Rimer, age 24, of Rochester, Pennsylvania, July 22Specialist Randy Neff, Jr., age 22, of Blackfoot, Idaho, July 22
Those who have returned from service, possibly suffering from wounds or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, whose scars may be deep and long-lasting.
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The Youth Mission Trip to Guatemala was a tremendous success! Go to our church website (www.wpc.org) to see photos of them sharing God’s love with the people of Guatemala. On the home page of our website, click on “Calendar & News.” Scroll down the page to Our Youth Mission Trip to Guatemala! July 10th to July18th. Then, click on “More.”
Month of Musical MasterworksAugust 2009
Major instrumental works interspersed throughout 10:00 a.m. worship services, Sunday mornings in August. Orchestral accompaniments for the concertos transcribed for
organ by Paul Fleckenstein
August 2Felix Mendelssohn: Organ Sonata no. 4 in B-flat
Paul Fleckenstein, organ
August 9Luigi Boccherini: Flute Concerto in D major
Joan Sparks, flute
August 16Richard Strauss: Horn Concerto no. 2
Elizabeth Pfaffle, French horn
August 23Heitor Villa-Lobos: Guitar Concerto
Glenn Lyons, guitar
August 30
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Johannes Brahms: Double Concerto for Violin & CelloTimothy Schwarz, violinLawrence Stomberg, cello
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL WAS AN AWESOME ADVENTURE
AND A STUNNING SUCCESS!!
Our children had a marvelous week learning, singing, creating, and playing. The lessons of the week helped our children learn that God is with them; God guides them; God teaches them; God loves them; and God sends them. Many thanks to all who helped make the week such a huge success:
Jane Alexander Mary-beth Howard Jen MitchelNikita Alexander Sara Beth Johnson Bob MoorePam Bailey Greg Jones Susan MoseleyLauren Carroll Whitney King Sandi ReinickerChristi Carter Amy Lengel Justin RiveraJeanne Checkel Anne Ledbetter Hayley RosserJulia Crytser Katie Lounsbury Robin Rosser
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Jean Custin Jen Mathe Blaise SkibickiMary Beth Davis Mathe Family Jean SmithDana Davis Molly McPheeters Alex SpragueJerry Downie Sarah McShane Shelley SpragueNancy Doyle Bunny Michner Judy StofferKathleen Dufresne Lola Miller Sally ThomasShelley Gnade Ralph Miller Sue Weissinger
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PASTORAL STAFFGregory K. Jones, Head of Staff
Anne R. Ledbetter, Associate Pastor for Congregational Life
PASTORAL CARE ASSISTANT: Jill Getty
CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR: Debbie Brown
CHURCH EDUCATOR: Susan Moseley
MUSIC STAFFPaul Fleckenstein, Organist/Director of Music
Mary Beth Davis, Director of Music for Children, Youth and HandbellsSandie Reinicker, Director of Sunshine Choir
YOUTH MINISTRY TEAMSusan Moseley and Mary Beth Davis
SUPPORT STAFFSusan Alexander, Receptionist
Jerry Hunter, Financial AssistantSuzie Hurlock, Administrative Secretary
Nicole Hughes, Director of Communication and Database ManagementJerry Reed, Facilities Manager
Sextons: Roger W. Atkins, Robert King, Kevin Krick, Joan Truitt
EDITOR OF WEEKLY WORD AND CHIMES: Nikki Thorn
WORLDWIDE MINISTRYMalawi – Sue Makin, M.D.
Guatemala – Roger and Gloria Mariott, Dennis and Maribel Smith and the Mam PresbyteryCongo – Timothee Kalonji Matadi, Cecilé de Sweemer, MD, Pastor Jean-Marc Katujudi Nkuna and
Members of the Kamulumba-Ditalala ParishKenya-Rev. Dr. Lyle and Terry Dykstra, PCUSA Mission Volunteers
SESSIONLiz Bacon, Meg Burich, Martha Carper, Jim Carter, Clark Collins, Suzanne Curry, Charlie Depfer,
Mark Gerstenschlager, Ross Getty, Shelley Gnade, Dick Haden, Denison Hatch, Mary-beth Howard, Fred Iobst,Barbara Jobe, Don Kuespert, Sue Linderman, Bunny Michener, Jan Patrick, Bruce Petrovick,
Margo Reign, Jerry Spilecki, Alex Sprague, Kathryn van Amerongen, Frank Waldburger
BOARD OF DEACONSKen Barnaby, Beth Bowersock, Kim Carrick, Jack Coleman, Peggy Carroll, Ginnie Chagnon, Craig Checkel,
Bob Cox, Eadie Churchill, Tammy Daley, Kris DeMesse, Cathy Edge, Eric Etshman, Barbara Fedeler, Todd Gray,Carol Noggle Harris, Carol Hopkins, Carla Krupanski, Ralph Lewis, David Mathe, Carolyn McKeown, Carol Mosher,
Ruth Nace, Donna Nelson, Polly Pyle-Carter, Teri Richmond, Patti Ridout, Robin Rosser, Ann Shadduck, Ellen Slade, Cora Sparling, Mike Sprague, Melissa Stabler, Judy Stoffer, Julia Stone, Sally Thomas
DEACON TEAM OF THE MONTHRuth Nace, Carolyn McKeown, Judy Stoffer, Barbara Fedeler
TRUSTEES
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Bob Chagnon, Don Furry, Sara Geuder, John Johnston, George Krupanski, Bob McKeown,Bill Nace, John Richmond, Christine Schiltz, Stan Stevenson, Philip Timon, Helen Walker
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