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ONGOING EVENTS

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SUNDAY SCHOOL8:45 and 10:00 AM, in the Children’s Ed Building

11:00 AM Check In and Pick Up0-2 years only: CE-6

Age 0-2: CE-6Age 2-3.5 CE-2Age 4-5: CE-4

Middle School: 8:45am SunHouseMiddle School & High School: Sit together at 10am Worship

in the front left seats

7715 DRAPER AVENUE, LA JOLLA, CA 92037 858-454-0713 WWW.LJPRES.ORG

K-5th Check -in: CE 2nd FloorK/1st - Room 24

2nd/3rd - Room 274th - 5th Room 26 (X-Zone)

Pick Up: Room 22

Nursery Elementary SunHouse

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL: On Summer break until July 15 when we continue our study in the book of Acts. Rev. Stan Beard, stanb@ljpres.orgYOUTH AND CHILDREN’S MID-WEEK PROGRAMS: High School, Sundays, 7-8:30pm; Middle School, Wednesdays, 5-7pm. X-Change (2nd/3rd grades) and X-Zone (4th/5th grades)– Wednesdays, 5-7pm Mike Sedgwick, mikes@ljpres.org or Susie Dhus, susied@ljpres.org.GOLF AND GROW: Mondays, 8:30am, Mission Bay Golf Course. Lee Browning, 858-459-6839.HEART AND SOUL: Each Monday 10-11am, and Wednesday 9:30-10:30am, Fellowship Hall. Exercise for seniors and almost-seniors. Michelle Whitney, michellew@ljpres.org.MONDAY NIGHT MEN’S FELLOWSHIP: June 4th, PUM Golf Tournament. June 11th wrap-up BBQ at Charlie McCoy’s house. Alyssa Thomas, alyssat@ljpres.org.GROWING IN PRAYER: Every second Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm, in LC-4. Pastor Scott facilitates this class on prayer for anyone who wants to grow in prayer & pray more effectively. Scott Mitchell, scottm@ljpres.org.BREAKFAST & BIBLE STUDY: Wednesdays, 7-8am, LC-5. A Men’s Bible study. Rob Langsdorf, mctrob@yahoo.com. #MOMLIFE: Join us for Beach Days this summer. Contact Cynthia for schedule, Cynthiab@ljpres.org. Meetings will resume in September.

GIVING UPDATE: The church budget follows a fiscal calendar year from July to June. At the time of printing the bulletin, we had almost completed the 11th month of our fiscal calendar year. Budgeted income for May was $179,000 and through May 29th we had received $176,000. Year to date expenses are less than budgeted.As you may recall, we were running approximately $100,000 behind in giving at the end of April and so we have some work to do in order to close this gap. Budgeted income for June is $219,000. The Elders are grateful for your generosity and remain hopeful that income for this fiscal year will be in line with what was budgeted.LADIES SOCIAL NIGHT: Wednesday, June 6th, 5:30-8:30pm. Join as we fellowship together and build care packages for 18 young single moms that are part of a Young Life Outreach group.Please bring a food or beverage item to share! Contact Cynthia, cynthiab@ljpres.org to RSVP and for address of host home.CLIPPER POTLUCK DINNER: Friday, June 8th, 6:30pm dinner, 7:30-8:30pm dancing to music from the 40s-70s. RSVP with your dinner contribution for 12-14 people to John or Linda Saveland (760-814-2106, jsaveland@aol.com, ljsaveland@aol.com). Sharing faith, fellowship and food with singles and couples 50 and over.CONCERT SERIES: June 10th, 4pm, Sanctuary. The Chancel Choir is singing in Italy next month, but we want to share the excitement with you first! The Share the Good News tour and concert will feature some of our favorite anthems of various styles—from contemporary to classical, folk hymns to jazz, and worship music to gospel. In addition to the music, you’ll also hear about the sites and locations we’ll visit. Ron Bolles, ronb@ljpres.org or 858-729-5511.NEED A STEPHEN MINISTER?: If you or someone you know would benefit from a Stephen Ministry relationship, please call Leslie Evans at (858) 414-4758 or Rebecca Bradbury at (858) 337-4765 for more information.

WORLD REFUGEE DAY BREAKFAST: Wednesday, June 20th, 8:30-10:30am, Life Center. Join us as we celebrate the resilience of refugees “Overcoming Adversity,” sponsored by our mission partner, Alliance for African Assistance, which assists refugees in San Diego and around the world. See Alliance-for-Africa.org. Hear inspiring stories and participate in the silent auction. Tickets are $40. Kathryn McKinney 619-286-9052 x300 csp@alliance-for-africa.orgANNUAL MEN’S RETREAT: Sept. 7-9. Sign up TODAY at ljpres.org/events! Join us for this annual time of adventure, refreshment and spiritual challenge at the Lake House Resort in San Marcos. Brady Phelps, bradyphelps@gmail.com. ANNUAL WOMEN’S RETREAT: Oct. 12-14, Kona Kai Resort & Spa. SAVE THE DATE! Prayer: A Pathway to God is this year’s weekend theme. Join us to go deeper, make friends, unwind, and have a mountaintop experience by the sea.60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE STAINED GLASS WINDOWS: Every Third Sunday, 10:15am. 2018 marks the 60th Anniversary of the installation of the beautiful stained glass windows in our Sanctuary! Join us for a short tour and discover the secrets hidden in these incredible pieces of art. Meet at the front of the chancel. All tour participants receive a free gift.GOT SHADE: When people who are homeless stop by the church office to receive a sack lunch, we often hear that the thing they really need in the summertime is a ball cap and sunglasses. Protecting their head and eyes from sun damage helps people so much. When you are at the store, please pick up a ball cap or sunglasses and bring them by reception in order to bless visitors who stop by the church. Melissa Guccini, MelissaG@ljpres.org.FLOWERS: Dates are available to provide Chancel f lowers for the Sanctuary. Carole Franks, 858-459-6520 or Wendy Browning, 858-459-6839. SANCTUARY USHERS NEEDED: Join our amazing team of Sanctuary Ushers, greeting, seating, and passing the plate, only when you can, not every Sun. Be a part of “OUR La Jolla Pres. STORY”. Ron Bolles,ronb@ljpres.org or 858-729-5511.

WORSHIP TEAM BAND: Instrumentalists and singers are welcome! Tim Wingert, wingetti@hotmail.com.GROWING TOGETHER IN FAITH: Wednesdays, 11am, thru June 13th, Fellowship Hall. Everyone Welcome!WOMEN’S COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY (CBS): CBS is on break until September 13 when we will begin our study of Matthew. Registration for the fall is now open. Contact Jennifer Sedgwick at cbsJenniferS@gmail.com for information or to register.HANDBELL CHOIR: Thursdays 6pm-7pm, LC-3. All are welcome! Jennifer Sedgwick, jennifer.sedgwick@sbcglobal.net.LA JOLLA BRASS: Thursdays, 7-9pm, Chancel. For more info, Colin Wied, cwwied@gmail.com, for schedule and information.SUMMER CHOIR: Sundays, July 8, 15, 22 and 29, 8am. Learn songs in Slusser Hall, then sing for the 8:45 & 11am services. No audition necessary. Keith Pedersen, KeithPedersen@pointloma.edu.YOUNG WOMEN’S PRAYER NIGHT: 2nd Tuesday each month, rotating homes, 7:30-9:30pm An evening prayer group, designed for moms who can’t attend the morning groups, will focus on praying together and supporting each other. Cynthia Blase, Cynthiab@ljpres.org.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Age 0-2: CE-6Age 2-3.5 CE-2Age 4-5: CE-4

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We See Jesus Transforming Lives in Three Stories:

As we Share God’s Storyand hear your story

we discover our story

June 3, 2018

“Facing Trials”James 1:2-8

Are You Visiting Today? Be sure to visit our Welcome Table at the west end of the Lower Courtyard to pick up your gift and complete a Visitor Information Card. If you need help navigating the campus, please ask us to help! And plan to join us again in worship soon. We’re very glad you’re here!

After the service, please join our LJPC Community and enjoy coffee and scones in the upper courtyard.

The Flowers Today are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of Jane Smisor Bastien by her devoted family.

† Please stand if you are able. Our thanks for leaving your discarded bulletins at either end of your pew.

Prayers and Praise: Healing and Comfort: Edith B-A, Geri C. & Joseph C., Cara G., Chip K., Cathy J., Sharnice C., and Yenny. Guidance & Peace: Julie F., Shubham K, and Family of Chip K. Strength, Protection, and Encouragement: Jaime A. We also pray for Doug, Steph S., Gayle, Karen, Bryan, Leu, Roshni J., and Amit K. For prayers, praise, or to be included on the prayer list, email: prayerdeacon@ljpres.org by Sunday night to be included in the next week’s bulletin. Requests are held in confidence. 

Handbell Ringers: Carol Blischke, Charles Champion, Kathryn Kinslow, Jean Owen, Debbie Picciolo, Jennifer Sedgwick, Jerry Stirtz, Sam Swanson.

Milestones: 39 year member, Barbara Wilson Haines, went to be with the Lord May 29, 2018. She will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery next to her husband. Memorial plans locally are pending. Please be in prayer for the Haines family.

8:45 & 11AM ORDER OF WORSHIP8:45 & 11:00AM ORDER OF WORSHIPTo all, life Thou givest to both great and small;

In all life Thou livest, the true life of all; We blossom and flourish as leaves on the tree,

And wither and perish—but naught changeth Thee.

Great Father of Glory, pure Father of Light, Thine angels adore Thee, all veiling their sight;

All praise we would render: O help us to see ‘Tis only the splendor of light hideth Thee. Amen.

Pastoral Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer Rev. Scott Mitchell

Choral Amen

Welcome (11:00) and Church Life Rev. Scott Mitchell Women’s Ministry Update Cynthia Blase

Call to Tithes and Offerings Rev. Scott Mitchell

Anthem A Festival Psalm 150 Vandervliet LJPC Chancel Choir Dr. Keith Pedersen, director

Praise the Lord! Alleluia, alleluia! Praise God in His sanctuary.

Praise Him in His mighty heav’ns. Alleluia! Praise Him for His acts of pow’r. Praise Him for His surpassing greatness.

Praise Him with the sound of trumpet. Praise Him with the harp and lyre.

Praise Him with the tambourine and dancing. Praise Him with the strings and flute.

Praise God in His Sanctuary. Praise Him in His mighty heav’ns.

Praise Him with the clash of cymbals. Praise Him with resounding cymbals.

Praise Him with the tambourine and dancing. Praise Him with the strings and flute.

Let ev’rything that has breath praise the Lord! Let ev’rything praise the Lord! Praise the Lord! Alleluia! Praise Him with resounding cymbals.

†Prelude Celebrate with Gladness Geschke LJPC Handbell Choir Kathryn Kinslow, director

Welcome and Greeting (8:45) Rev. Dr. Paul Cunningham

Responsive Call To Worship Elder Bill Abrell Psalm 115:12-18 Leader: The Lord remembers us and will bless us: He will bless His

people Israel, He will bless the house of Aaron,People: He will bless those who fear the Lord— small and great alike.Leader: May the Lord cause you to flourish, both you and your children.

May you be blessed by the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.People: The highest heavens belong to the Lord, but the earth He has

given to mankind.Leader: For those who in all times and places have been true and brave,

and in the world’s common ways have lived upright lives and ministered to their fellows:

People: We give you thanks, O God.Leader: It is not the dead who praise the Lord, those who go down to

the place of silence;People: It is we who extol the Lord, both now and forevermore. Praise

the Lord.

Invocation Elder Bill AbrellChoral Introit Now Let Us All Praise God Young LJPC Chancel Choir Dr. Keith Pedersen, director†Opening Hymn #319 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise

Immortal, invisible, God only wise, In light inaccessible hid from our eyes,

Most blessed, most glorious, the Ancient of Days, Almighty, victorious, Thy great name we praise.

Unresting, unhasting, and silent as light, Nor wanting, nor wasting, Thou rulest in might; Thy justice like mountains high soaring above

Thy clouds which are fountains of goodness and love.

†Our Thanks to God #382 Doxology

†Offertory Prayer Rev. Scott Mitchell

Scripture Reading James 1:2-8 Page 1880

The Word of God Proclaimed Rev. Dr. Paul Cunningham

“Facing Trials”Sacrament Of Holy Communion *Gluten free wafers available in the Narthex

†Apostles Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth: and in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried. He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

†Closing Hymn #466 What A Friend We Have In JesusWhat a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear!

What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer! O what peace we often forfeit, O what needless pain we bear,

All because we do not carry everything to God in prayer.

Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere? We should never be discouraged; take it to the Lord in prayer!

Can we find a friend so faithful, who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness; take it to the Lord in prayer!

Are we weak and heavy laden, cumbered with a load of care? Precious Savior, still our refuge; take it to the Lord in prayer!

Do thy friends despise, forsake thee? Take it to the Lord in prayer! In His arms He’ll take and shield thee; thou wilt find a solace there.

†Benediction Rev. Dr. Paul Cunningham

†Postlude Allegro Maestoso Handel William Lullo, organist