June 30, 2019 10:00 am
*STAND IF ABLE
PRELUDE “Holy Spirit” arr. L. Smith
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
*GREETING ONE ANOTHER
*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: We know that God is with us.
All: In our every day, during times of worry and times of anticipation.
Leader: We gather this morning to set aside our distractions and remind
each other of this simple truth,
All: God is with us.
Leader: So with thanks in our hearts,
All: Let us worship God.
*HYMN #412 “Eternal God, Whose Power Upholds”
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Sometimes, God, we get caught planning, thinking we can do it all on our own, forgetting that all plans work through you. Then we get so caught up in our own plans that we forget people, or we toss them aside – the difficult ones, the needy ones, the ones that are hard to spend time with. We do this because we are uncomfortable, or are unsure what to say or do. It is so much easier to be with brighter, shinier people than with those who might truly need us. We are in such desperate need of your direction and your forgiveness. We need to be forgiven for our sin, for our mistakes, for mistaking what the world values with what you value. Help us to be better, and to listen to you more carefully. In Christ we pray. Amen.
*ASSURANCE OF PARDON
*RESPONSE #579 “Gloria Patri”
CHILDREN’S TIME Jan Jones
SPECIAL MUSIC “The Prayer” by Sager/Foster Anna DeGraff & Richard Smith
SCRIPTURE READINGS Dan Kemp
Genesis 6:11-14, 22
II Kings 2:1-2, 6-14
Psalm 77:1-2, 11-14 (responsively, printed on back of insert)
Luke 9:51-60
This is the word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God!
MESSAGE: “Anticipation or Trepidation?” Donna Flint, Guest Speaker
*HYMN #282 “If Thou but Trust in God to Guide Thee”
WORSHIPING GOD WITH OUR TITHES & OFFERINGS
*Please pass the Friendship Register*
Offertory “Trio en Chaconne” André Raison
*Doxology #592
*Prayer of Dedication
OUR TIME OF PRAYER & THE LORD’S PRAYER
Lord, for this joy, we give you thanks.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen
*HYMN #438 “Blest Be the Tie That Binds”
BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE “The Trumpeter” Craig Penfield
ANNOUNCEMENTS
NEED A RIDE TO CHURCH ON SUNDAY? Starting May until maybe October, BATA will not be providing rides on weekends. If you need a ride to church, please contact a Deacon or speak to Ella Lane.
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE (June 30-July 6)
MONDAY July 1 @ 7:00 PM Building & Grounds Meeting
TUESDAY July 2 @ 9:00 AM Coffee Group
THURSDAY July 4 Office closed for Independence Day
THURSDAY July 4 Bible Study & Deacon’s Meeting cancelled
Our thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends of Priscilla Eitel, a long-time member of First Presbyterian Church, who passed away June 10th. Condolences may be sent to RememberingPriscilla@gmail.com or to Sylda Pfile, 200 14th Ave S, Great Falls, MT 59405-4216.
JULY 14TH WORSHIP SERVICE: FPC will not be having a worship service at church on July 14th but the congregation is encouraged to attend the ecumenical worship service at the Brookings Summer Arts Festival, 8:30 a.m. at the Pioneer Park Bandshell. The offering will go toward the voucher program led by the Ministerial Association.
BIRTHDAYS in July: Richard Canaday, Noah Schuurman, Kelly Watson, Skip Webster, Dan Kemp, Alvera Wickstrom, Marjorie VanderWaal, Dick Wilson, Marvis Jenner, Tia Glaus, Sam Eich, Hannah Schuurman, Susan Young, Sharon Webster
ANNIVERSARIES in July: Rick & Bonnie Salonen, Gary & Pam Larson, Don & Kay Norton, Terry & Ann Spitzenberger
PRAYER CONCERNS Those with health concerns: Jan Jones, Paul & Shirley Rudolph, Jack & Alice Edge, Rozella Potthast, Bev Erdahl, Andrew L’Amour, Eliana Szabo, Delores Koepsell, John Peterson, Stephen & Carrie Van Buren, Lois Watson, Barb Borstad, Michele Kemp
For Gayle, Lynn & Paige Foster; Carol Ann, Malia & Tia Glaus; and Allison & Emma Moerke: prayers for safe travel and growth in the Lord Jesus as they attend summer camps at Camp Rimrock and the Youth Triennium during June and July
Our homebound (or partially homebound) members: Barb Borstad, Don Hildebrandt, Nona Marshall, Helen Peterson, Adele Sudlow, Dee & Lois Watson
PSALM 77:1-2, 11-14 (read responsively)
1 I cry aloud to God,
aloud to God, that he may hear me.
2 In the day of my trouble I seek the Lord;
in the night my hand is stretched out without wearying;
my soul refuses to be comforted.
11 I will call to mind the deeds of the LORD;
I will remember your wonders of old.
12 I will meditate on all your work,
and muse on your mighty deeds.
13 Your way, O God, is holy.
What god is so great as our God?
14 You are the God who works wonders;
you have displayed your might among the peoples.
IF DESIRING A VISIT: If you or a family member are in the hospital and you wish a visit, please contact the church office or any Deacon or Elder. Due to privacy laws, the hospitals are not permitted to contact churches or reply to church’s inquiries. If you know of anyone who needs or desires any other pastoral care, please also contact us. During this time when we do not have a pastor, we should each do our part as Jesus designed to “carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2)
*STAND IF ABLE
PRELUDE “Holy Spirit” arr. L. Smith
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
*GREETING ONE ANOTHER
*CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: We know that God is with us.
All: In our every day, during times of worry and times of anticipation.
Leader: We gather this morning to set aside our distractions and remind
each other of this simple truth,
All: God is with us.
Leader: So with thanks in our hearts,
All: Let us worship God.
*HYMN #412 “Eternal God, Whose Power Upholds”
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Sometimes, God, we get caught planning, thinking we can do it all on our own, forgetting that all plans work through you. Then we get so caught up in our own plans that we forget people, or we toss them aside – the difficult ones, the needy ones, the ones that are hard to spend time with. We do this because we are uncomfortable, or are unsure what to say or do. It is so much easier to be with brighter, shinier people than with those who might truly need us. We are in such desperate need of your direction and your forgiveness. We need to be forgiven for our sin, for our mistakes, for mistaking what the world values with what you value. Help us to be better, and to listen to you more carefully. In Christ we pray. Amen.
*ASSURANCE OF PARDON
*RESPONSE #579 “Gloria Patri”
CHILDREN’S TIME Jan Jones
SPECIAL MUSIC “The Prayer” by Sager/Foster Anna DeGraff & Richard Smith
SCRIPTURE READINGS Dan Kemp
Genesis 6:11-14, 22
II Kings 2:1-2, 6-14
Psalm 77:1-2, 11-14 (responsively, printed on back of insert)
Luke 9:51-60
This is the word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God!
MESSAGE: “Anticipation or Trepidation?” Donna Flint, Guest Speaker
*HYMN #282 “If Thou but Trust in God to Guide Thee”
WORSHIPING GOD WITH OUR TITHES & OFFERINGS
*Please pass the Friendship Register*
Offertory “Trio en Chaconne” André Raison
*Doxology #592
*Prayer of Dedication
OUR TIME OF PRAYER & THE LORD’S PRAYER
Lord, for this joy, we give you thanks.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen
*HYMN #438 “Blest Be the Tie That Binds”
BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE “The Trumpeter” Craig Penfield
ANNOUNCEMENTS
NEED A RIDE TO CHURCH ON SUNDAY? Starting May until maybe October, BATA will not be providing rides on weekends. If you need a ride to church, please contact a Deacon or speak to Ella Lane.
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE (June 30-July 6)
MONDAY July 1 @ 7:00 PM Building & Grounds Meeting
TUESDAY July 2 @ 9:00 AM Coffee Group
THURSDAY July 4 Office closed for Independence Day
THURSDAY July 4 Bible Study & Deacon’s Meeting cancelled
Our thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends of Priscilla Eitel, a long-time member of First Presbyterian Church, who passed away June 10th. Condolences may be sent to RememberingPriscilla@gmail.com or to Sylda Pfile, 200 14th Ave S, Great Falls, MT 59405-4216.
JULY 14TH WORSHIP SERVICE: FPC will not be having a worship service at church on July 14th but the congregation is encouraged to attend the ecumenical worship service at the Brookings Summer Arts Festival, 8:30 a.m. at the Pioneer Park Bandshell. The offering will go toward the voucher program led by the Ministerial Association.
BIRTHDAYS in July: Richard Canaday, Noah Schuurman, Kelly Watson, Skip Webster, Dan Kemp, Alvera Wickstrom, Marjorie VanderWaal, Dick Wilson, Marvis Jenner, Tia Glaus, Sam Eich, Hannah Schuurman, Susan Young, Sharon Webster
ANNIVERSARIES in July: Rick & Bonnie Salonen, Gary & Pam Larson, Don & Kay Norton, Terry & Ann Spitzenberger
PRAYER CONCERNS Those with health concerns: Jan Jones, Paul & Shirley Rudolph, Jack & Alice Edge, Rozella Potthast, Bev Erdahl, Andrew L’Amour, Eliana Szabo, Delores Koepsell, John Peterson, Stephen & Carrie Van Buren, Lois Watson, Barb Borstad, Michele Kemp
For Gayle, Lynn & Paige Foster; Carol Ann, Malia & Tia Glaus; and Allison & Emma Moerke: prayers for safe travel and growth in the Lord Jesus as they attend summer camps at Camp Rimrock and the Youth Triennium during June and July
Our homebound (or partially homebound) members: Barb Borstad, Don Hildebrandt, Nona Marshall, Helen Peterson, Adele Sudlow, Dee & Lois Watson
PSALM 77:1-2, 11-14 (read responsively)
1 I cry aloud to God,
aloud to God, that he may hear me.
2 In the day of my trouble I seek the Lord;
in the night my hand is stretched out without wearying;
my soul refuses to be comforted.
11 I will call to mind the deeds of the LORD;
I will remember your wonders of old.
12 I will meditate on all your work,
and muse on your mighty deeds.
13 Your way, O God, is holy.
What god is so great as our God?
14 You are the God who works wonders;
you have displayed your might among the peoples.
IF DESIRING A VISIT: If you or a family member are in the hospital and you wish a visit, please contact the church office or any Deacon or Elder. Due to privacy laws, the hospitals are not permitted to contact churches or reply to church’s inquiries. If you know of anyone who needs or desires any other pastoral care, please also contact us. During this time when we do not have a pastor, we should each do our part as Jesus designed to “carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2)