The First Presbyterian Church 24 Sunday after Pentecost

The First Presbyterian Church
1530 Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood, Florida 33020-5240
24th Sunday after Pentecost
Kennedy M. McGowan, Pastor
November 23, 2014
Sanctuary - 10:00 A.M.
Dr. Robert Remek, Director of Music
Church Office:(954) 923-8209
Fax: (954) 923-8200
CCLI #1836693; CRL034941; CVL503735603
*Please stand if you are able. Please, no applause during the worship service
CALL TO REFLECTION
PRELUDE - Lead On, O King Eternal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . arr. Michael Fischer
PRAYER FOR TRANSFORMATION
*HYMN – O Worship the King, all Glorious Above! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . # 476
PRAYER FOR FORGIVENESS - (in unison) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adapted from David Adam
Circle us O God. Keep peace within. Keep turmoil out.
Circle us O God. Keel calm within. Keep storms without.
Circle us O God. Keep strength within. Keep weakness out.
Circle us, O God. Keep Light within. Keep darkness out.
We pray in the name of the One who is our Light and
our Salvation. Amen.
A TIME OF SILENCE
ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS
*Glory Be to the Father (#577)
Glory be to the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Ghost;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
Amen. Amen. Amen. Amen. Amen. Amen. Amen.
A TIME WITH THE CHILDREN
THE NEWS OF THE COMMUNITY
The Anthem is a prayer. Please, no applause.
ANTHEM - The King’s Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joseph Martin
THANKSGIVING FOR THE WORD
O Word of God incarnate, O Wisdom from on high,
O Truth unchanged, unchanging, O Light of our dark sky:
We praise You for the radiance That from the hallowed page,
A lantern to our footsteps, Shines on from age to age.
SCRIPTURE READINGS – Psalm 27
PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Kennedy M. McGowan
Modern Problems, Ancient Solutions
Living Free of Anxiety
THIS WE BELIEVE (in unison) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Psalm 23, NRSV
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green
pastures; he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul. He leads me in
right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the
shadow of death, I fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff —
they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my
enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and
mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of
the Lord forever.
*HYMN OF COMMITMENT – God Is My Strong Salvation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #179
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
Turn your eyes upon Jesus, Look full in his wonderful face And the
things of earth will grow strangely dim In the light of his glory and grace.
PRAYER AND THE LORD'S PRAYER - (Debtors version) (front of Hymnal, pg. 16)
Response - Spirit of the living God, Fall afresh on me; Spirit of the living God,
Fall afresh on me; Melt me, mold me, Fill me, use me.
Spirit of the living God, Fall afresh on me.
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN STEWARDSHIP
(Visitors, in the pew rack you will find a Guest Information card.
Please complete the card, then place it in the offering plate.)
The Anthem is a prayer. Please, no applause
Offertory - Only Jesus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amy Tate Williams
*THE RESPONSE OF PRAISE ( #593)
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Christ, all people here below;
Praise Holy Spirit evermore; Praise Triune God, whom we adore. Amen.
Amen. Amen. Amen. Amen. Amen. Amen.
*OFFERING OF PRAYER (IN UNISON) . . . . . . . . . . Adapted from Ancient Celtic Prayer from Scotland
We are serene because we know you love us. Because you love us, naught can
move us from your peace. Because you love us, we are ones to whom all good
has come. Thank you, O God. We gratefully pray in the name of One who is
our Peace, Jesus. Amen.
*CONCLUDING HYMN – I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . # 441
*CHARGE AND BLESSING
Congregational Response: God be with you till we meet again; Loving counsels guide,
uphold you, With a Shepherd’s care enfold you; God be with you till we meet again.
*POSTLUDE - Tuba Tune in D Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Franklin Ashdown
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Visitors, following worship, please join us on the patio
for birthday and anniversary cake, juice, and coffee.
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LAY READER – Daniel Williams
The flowers in the sanctuary are given by Ted and Donna Beutner in memory of loved ones.
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PRAYER FAMILIES — Each Sunday, we include several of our First Church families in our daily
prayers to sustain them in Christian love and support. We will gladly add friends of the church to this.
To be included, please call Lynn in the church office. This week, please pray for: the Gonzalez family,
the Gorton family, the Gray family, Linda Anderson, Howard Banaszak, Sarah Lee
Banaszak, Patricia Basana, Ken Benoit, Donna Beutner, Peggy Black, Alberta Boughman,
Jackie Brannon, Johanna Clayton, Paula Cronin, Henrietta Curtis, Peter Deibele, Vernetta
Fleegle, Diane Flett, Mike Foley, Dorothy Fordyce, Irving Fordyce, Jack Gregory, Dora
Griffith, Amber Henderson, Ginger Imel, Marge Karbacz, A. J. Kaynatma, Melida Knott,
Paul Lewis, Migdalia Lopez, Gary Malkin, Ms. Carmen (Mangiante), Renee McConnell, Rev.
Matthew McGowan, Earl Mohan, Nancy Moore, Carla Nash, Wilma Paquette, Ed Rasor,
Marnie Rivas, Mary Rodriguez, Robert Rus, Grace Ryll, Dick Saltrick, Donny Silvestro,
Grace Silvestro, Sandy Silvestro, Bryce Skinner, Bobby Snatchko, Gail Spooner, Bonnie
Springer, Collette Tindall, Lisa Whyte, Tara Whyte, the Whyte family, Tim Witt
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TODAY on the patio, following worship, Presbyterian Women is having
their annual cookie sale. Monday, the Women will deliver cookies to our shut-ins.
The church and Learning Centers offices will be closed
Thursday, November 27th, and Friday, November 28th
for the Thanksgiving holiday.
A Session meeting is called for Sunday, November 30th, 9:30 a.m.
in the chapel for the purpose of receiving a new member.
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OPPORTUNITIES
<The bulletin announcements serve as reminders of church activities.
Please check our website: firstpreshlwdfl.org
for the monthly newsletter and church calendar.
Church office e-mail: [email protected] >
Will you be alone for Thanksgiving? If there is someone in our church family who will be
alone for Thanksgiving, please contact one of the Deacons, or call the church office. If there
is a member of the congregation who has an empty space at their table and would be
gracious enough to share the holiday meal, would you also let a Deacon or the office know,
so that there is not anyone one of us alone for this special holiday?
ANGEL TREE and CHRISTMAS FOOD COLLECTIONS Now through December 7th
ANGEL TREE — Please consider sharing Christmas with a child in need. Gift tags are
available in the narthex/lobby. Take an “angel” from the bulletin board, then purchase a gift.
The price per gift per child should be around/at least $25.00. Return your UNWRAPPED gift
to the church by December 7th. THANK YOU!!
CHRISTMAS FOOD DRIVE — Now through December 7th for Hollywood
Central Elementary (HCE) families in need. Please bring your donations to church on
Sunday, or drop them off at the church office Monday through Friday (9a.m. – 3 p.m.)
Angel Tree gifts and food will be delivered to HCE
on Monday, December 8th.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH —
Middle School Youth Group— TODAY, 11:30 a.m., chapel
Boy Scout Troop 420, November 23, 7:00 p.m., 2nd floor of Education Building
Cub Scout Troop 420, November 24, 6:30 p.m., 2nd floor of Education Building
Senior High Youth Group — November 30, 5:00 p.m., chapel
CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP —
Adult Sunday School Class — Sundays, 8:00 – 8:55 a.m., chapel
Breakfast and the Bible class, led by Pastor McGowan — Sundays, 9:00 – 9:50 a.m., chapel
MEETING —
Board of Deacons – November 24, Chapel, 7:00 p.m.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY — Tuesday, November 25, 2:30 p.m., chapel
Please contact Alice Carlisle for information.
WORSHIP COMMITTEE —
Hanging of the Greens & Pot Luck Dinner – November 29th, 5:00 p.m.
Please bring a dish to share, and enjoy a time of fellowship after the decorating is completed.
LOOKING AHEAD
First Sunday Fellowship Luncheon – December 7th, following worship
The Westminster Choir will present the cantata “Appalachian Winter: A Cantata
for Christmas” by Joseph Martin on Sunday, December 14th at the 10 AM service.
The cantata celebrates the legacy of early American carols and hymnody. Composed in the
spirit of folk music, the cantata combines traditional sounds with more rustic elements. Popular
American carols like "Away in a Manger" and "O Little Town of Bethlehem" dance with
traditional spirituals such as "Children, Go Where I Send Thee" and "Go, Tell It on the
Mountain.” Sacred Harp tunes, Shaker hymns, and Appalachian melodies are also woven into
the work.
Presbyterian Women’s annual Christmas bake sale is Sunday, December 14th. All
kinds of baked goods are welcome, so start checking your recipes. We also will have a table
of Christmas items, so if you have anything to donate for this table, handmade or otherwise,
please let Marilyn McIntosh know.
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WEEKLY CALENDAR
Sunday, November 23
Adult Sunday School – Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m.
Breakfast and the Bible - Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m.
Worship – Sanctuary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m.
Bake Sale – Patio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . following worship
Middle School Youth Group – Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30 a.m.
Spanish & Portuguese services - Sanctuary Building . . . . . . . . . . . 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.; 7:00 -11:00 p.m.
Monday, November 24
Westminster Choir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:15 p.m.
Westminster Bell Choir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 p.m.
Board of Deacons – Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 p.m.
Boy Scout Troop 420 - 2nd floor of Education Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 25
Cub Scout Troop 420 - 2nd floor of Education Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 27 — Thanksgiving Day
Church and Learning Centers offices closed
Friday, November 28
Church and Learning Centers offices closed
Saturday, November 29
Hanging of the Greens – Sanctuary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 30 – Family Sunday
Adult Sunday School – Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m.
Breakfast and the Bible - Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m.
Worship – Sanctuary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m.
Good News Kidz (GNK) - Sanctuary/ Education Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:00 a.m.
Spanish & Portuguese services - Sanctuary Building . . . . . . . . . . 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.; 7:00 -11:00 p.m.
Senior High Youth Group – Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:00 p.m.