Worship begins when the first
person arrives. Please worship
silently through the prelude.
Bold text is read or sung
by the congrega�on.
*Please stand if able.
Idlewild welcomes children and
encourages them to par�cipate
in our en�re worship service.
Pick up a children’s worship
pack at the sanctuary door.
This well-known melody was
created to provide a choral
se"ng for J. C. F. von Schiller’s
poem, “An die Freude” (To Joy),
as the final movement of the
composer’s Ninth Symphony.
The author, a prominent
Presbyterian pastor and author,
wrote the words with this tune
in mind.
ASSEMBLE IN GOD’S NAME
THE GATHERING (8:30) THE REVEREND ANNE H.K. APPLE
(11:00) MS. SARAH WOLF
HANDBELL PEAL (11:00)
PREPARATION FOR WORSHIP
Great and good God,
give us pure hearts that we may see you,
humble hearts that we may hear you,
hearts of love that we may serve you,
hearts of faith that we may live in you,
reverent hearts that we may worship you,
here and in the world out there,
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. –Dag Hammarskjöld
PRELUDE PRÈAMBLE LOUIS VIERNE Nancy Graham, guest organist
*CALL TO WORSHIP
Give thanks to the Lord, for God is good.
God’s steadfast love endures forever.
Let us worship God
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN NO. 611
“JOYFUL, JOYFUL, WE ADORE THEE” HYMN TO JOY
*CALL TO CONFESSION
SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY IDLEWILD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
15TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME; JULY 16, 2017
8:30 & 11:00 A.M.
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION
You are the giver of all good things, God:
rain and sun,
day and night,
justice and righteousness,
peace to the old,
energy to the young.
We are the ones who take from you;
taking all we need as you supply,
taking in gratitude and wonder and joy.
But then we take more:
taking more than we need,
taking more than you give us,
taking from our brothers and sisters,
taking from the poor and the weak;
taking because we are frightened, and so greedy;
taking because we are anxious and so fearful,
taking because we are driven, and so uncaring.
Forgive us, God,
and give us peace beyond our fear,
and so end our greed.
Give us well-being beyond our anxiety, and so end our fear.
Give us abundance and so end our drivenness,
and so end our uncaring.
Turn our taking into giving,
since we are in your giving image.
(silent prayer and meditation)
Amen.
(from “Awed to Heaven, Rooted in Earth” by Walter Brueggemann)
In the presence of a holy God,
we become aware of the ways
we fall short of God’s best
hopes for us, and the ways we
have hurt others. We turn to
God in prayer, asking for
forgiveness.
*ASSURANCE OF PARDON
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
*PASSING THE PEACE
The peace of Christ be with you.
And also with you!
PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD
GATHERING HYMN (11:00)
“CHILD OF BLESSING, CHILD OF PROMISE” (verses 1 & 2)
Child of blessing, child of promise, Child of love, our love’s expression,
Baptized with the Spirit’s sign, Love’s creation, loved indeed!
With this water God has sealed you Fresh from God, refresh our spirits;
Unto love and grace divine. Into joy and laughter lead.
TIME WITH THE YOUNGER CHURCH (11:00) MS. WOLF
THE LORD’S PRAYER
BAPTISM (11:00) MS. APPLE
BRANDON LEE WALKER AND
MARA LAYNE WALKER, DAUGHTER OF BRANDON & AUGUST WALKER
(TED & JENNY MEALOR, BAPTISM BUDDIES)
We express gra�tude that
through God’s grace and
Christ’s giving of himself on the
cross we are forgiven and
restored to God and
one another.
We sing in thanksgiving for the
gi0s of forgiveness
and new life.
The Passing of the Peace is one
of the most ancient
responses in worship. Having
received Christ’s peace,
we pass it on.
We invite young children to
come to the front at this �me.
Each week children bring
quarters to put in educa�on
s�cks, so that young girls
around the world might have
the opportunity for an
educa�on. Just $275 (1,100
quarters) provides scholarship,
supplies, and empowerment for
a young girl. As our children
come forward for the Time with
the Younger Church, please
pass them quarters to share.
The children lead the
congrega�on in The Lord’s
Prayer using “Forgive us our
debts as we forgive
our debtors.”
Before we can know God, God
knows us. Baptism, one of the
two sacraments of the
Presbyterian Church (USA), is in
response to the grace of God,
who calls us to be the people of
God. We welcome children and
adults into the fellowship of
faith. Parents, the
congregation, and children of
the church make promises to
guide, nurture and love the
baptized person.
Following Time with the
Younger Church, children PK-SK
may go to C3. Parents, please
take your children out to the
hallway, by the T.K. Young
Room, and sign them in.
Helpers will escort them to the
library. Children two years old
or younger may go to the
nursery (Conference Room).
“Come Inside” was
commissioned by Idlewild
Church in memory of Margaret
Montgomery, mother of Steve
Montgomery. It is based upon
the biblical emphasis on
hospitality that, when Abraham
and Sarah welcomed strangers,
they turned out to be angels. It
also reminds us of the vision of
Idlewild, that “all who enter
find a home.”
The opening four lines of this
hymn celebrate aCributes of
Christ that are revealed through
holy Scripture, which serves as
a lantern, a chart, and a
compass for the church in
seeking to know Christ beCer.
The se"ng of the tune comes
from Felix Mendelssohn’s Elijah.
The sermon is a reflec�on on
the day’s scriptures, sugges�ng
implica�ons for our
faith and life.
BAPTISM HYMN
“CHILD OF BLESSING, CHILD OF PROMISE” (verses 3 & 4)
Child of joy, our dearest treasure, Child of God, your loving Parent,
God’s you are, from God you came. Learn to listen for God’s call.
Back to God we humbly give you: Grow to laugh and sing and worship,
Live as one who bears Christ’s name. Trust and love God more than all.
BAPTISM PRAYER
WELCOME AND CELEBRATIONS THE REVEREND DR. STEPHEN R. MONTGOMERY
RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS
WELCOMING HYMN “COME INSIDE”
WELCOMING PRAYER
*PROCLAMATION HYMN NO. 459
“O WORD OF GOD INCARNATE” MUNICH
PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION DR. MONTGOMERY
OLD TESTAMENT LESSON GENESIS 25: 19-34 (PAGE 21, OT, PEW BIBLE)
This is the Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
SERMON THE BURDEN OF BLESSING DR. MONTGOMERY
The Apostles’ Creed may
originally have been a
baptismal creed. While it is
stated in the singular, it is
meant to be used corporately.
In saying it together we are
united with the faithful of the
church from all ages.
We bring to God our
celebra�ons and cares, praying
for the world, the church and
those close to us.
RESPOND TO GOD’S WORD
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH MS. APPLE
THE 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.
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
PRESENTATION OF GIFTS, TITHES, AND OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY
(8:30) “FAIREST LORD JESUS” CALVIN HAMPTON
Donia Wade, soloist
(11:00) “O COME, YE SERVANTS OF THE LORD” CHRISTOPHER TYE (1505 – 1573)
O come, ye servants of the Lord, and praise His holy name From early morn to setting sun, His might on earth proclaim. His laws are just, and glad the heart: He makes His mercies known. Ye princes come, ye people too, and bow before His throne. –from Psalm 113
Doxology literally means
“words of glory.” Doxologies
have long been used by Jews
and Chris�ans to praise God.
Here we honor and thank God
“from whom all blessings flow.”
The invita�on to the Lord’s
Supper is extended to all who
desire to follow Christ,
remembering that access to the
communion table is not a right
conferred upon the worthy, but
a privilege given to the
undeserving who come in faith,
repentance, and love. Even one
who has doubts or whose trust
is wavering is invited to the
table in order to be assured of
God’s love and grace in
Christ Jesus.
Everything longed for in this
hymn text is a reminder of how
far our present world is from
what God wants. Yet this is not
just wishful thinking; it is a call
to ac�on, a summons to
par�cipate in the fulfillment of
God’s desire for all earth’s
people to live in radical shalom.
*DOXOLOGY
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Christ, all creatures here below.
Alleluia! Alleluia!
Praise Holy Spirit evermore;
Praise Triune God whom we adore.
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION MS. APPLE
THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION (8:30)
WORDS OF INVITATION
GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise.
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
SHARING OF THE BREAD AND CUP
PRAYER
*RECESSIONAL HYMN NO. 372
“O FOR A WORLD” AZMON
*BENEDICTION DR. MONTGOMERY
POSTLUDE ON THE TUNE RESTORATION GEORGE SHEARING
Nancy Graham, guest organist
WORSHIP NOTICES
The Sanctuary flowers are given today to the glory of God and
in celebra�on of Mark Lewis, by Evan and Cherisa Lewis.
Today we welcome Nancy Graham as our guest organist. Camera and video use is not allowed during the worship
service. Please turn off your cell phone.
Members and guests, please indicate your presence on the
Friendship Roster this morning.
The 11:00 service is live at new.livestream.com/idlewild, or
search for “Idlewild” in the Livestream phone or Roku app. You
can also listen on WREC-AM 600 or at www.600wrec.com, or
use the iHeartRadio app.
Music is printed under Onelicense.net A-702280. VISITOR NOTICES
We welcome our visitors this morning. To learn more about
Idlewild, please speak to a clergy member at the sanctuary
door a1er the service, or call the church office during the week.
New members are received by the Session the 3rd Sunday of
each month at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel. If you are seeking a
church home, we invite you to join the Idlewild family. Please
see a minister a1er the service, or call the church office at
726-4681 during the week.
Visit www.idlewildchurch.org for news, events and more. If
you’re not on the web, call the church office at 726-4681.
CONGREGATIONAL NOTICES
Refreshments are served in the T.K. Young Room after the
11:00 service. Please join in this time of fellowship.
There are no members in the hospital as of July 12.
Sanctuary flowers are needed for July 23 and August 13 and
27. If you would like to give flowers in memory or in honor of a
loved one, contact Buff Adams at 818-5567, 834-0479, or
These Days, a booklet of daily medita�ons published quarterly
by the PC(USA), is in the church office. Pick up your free copy
for July, August, and September.
Church offices close at noon on Fridays un�l July 28. If you
need the church staff, please leave a message in the general
mailbox. Voicemails will be checked regularly.
PASTORAL CARE & EVANGELISM
Unless otherwise noted, contact Anne Apple, 726-4681 ext. 18
The Idlewild Gay-Straight ChristCare group will meet Sunday,
July 23, at 12:30 at the home of Stephanie and Thad Rodda
(699 East Dr.). Lunch will be potluck. Please bring appe�zers,
sides, salads and desserts if you can. If you decide at the last
minute, please come anyway. Everyone is welcome!
New! The Mothers Breakfast Club meets the 4th Thursday of
each month, 8:30–10:30 a.m. at a rota�ng breakfast/coffee
spot. This group welcomes mothers (late 20s to mid-40s) who
are seeking to grow in faith and connect with other women in
the church. The first mee�ng is Thursday, August 24, at Einstein
Bros. Bagel (4653 Poplar). For more informa�on contact Mary
Jane Claassen at [email protected].
Confidential prayer requests can be made by calling the prayer
chain, 683-6578, or by filling out a card from the literature rack.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
“Do you love me? Tend my sheep… (John21:16). Isn’t it nice to
receive a card in the mail? In this computerized world, a card or
note is special. Our thanks go to our members who are involved
in the Card Ministry.
CHRISTIAN FORMATION
Unless otherwise noted, contact Rebekah Abel Lamar, 726-4681 ext. 46 or
ADULT MINISTRY
Unless otherwise noted, contact Rebekah Abel Lamar, 726-4681 ext. 46 or
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES—JULY 23
Classes are 9:40–10:40. The summer speaker series meets
in the T.K. Young Room, unless noted otherwise.
To see upcoming speakers and topics,
visit www.idlewildchurch.org/adults.
July 23: Welcoming the Na@on’s Most Vulnerable: Refugee
ReseBlement in Memphis
Karen Spencer, guest speaker. Karen is the Church and
Community Engagement Manager with World Relief Memphis.
A Canadian immigrant to Memphis in 1993, she has devoted
much �me raising awareness and ac�on for the local and global
poor, especially as poverty impacts women and children, o1en
the most vulnerable and voiceless. What does the Bible say
about God’s heart for the foreigner, sojourner, alien,
marginalized, and persecuted? What opportunity exists for
Chris�ans to love “the least of these” seeking refuge? Karen
will talk about who refugees are, where they are fleeing from
and why, the process of reseQlement, and ways to welcome
them to Memphis.
Class 20/20 (Session Room) The ThoughRul Chris�an Series.
Produc�ve Bible study. (Led by ScoQ Moore, John Boughter,
Charles Key, and Dan Dunaway)
July 30: HopeWorks and Idlewild’s Strategic Partnership
Ron Wade, guest speaker
Ron is Execu�ve Director of HopeWorks, a strategic partner
through our church’s community support ministry. Ron will talk
about how societal barriers, such as educa�on gaps and
incarcera�on, are being overcome locally, helping individuals
connect with their God-given capacity for hope and learning
and lead produc�ve, fulfilling lives. HopeWorks has enabled
men and women to experience love, respect, faith
development and personal growth; all while simultaneously
strengthening the community by adding $6 million to the local
economy and saving taxpayers nearly $500,000 annually.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
Unless otherwise noted, contact Sarah Wolf, 726-4681 ext. 43 or
Join the Young Adults on Thursday nights this summer for
Theology on Tap, from 7:00 to 8:00 at Pyro’s Pizza on Union
Ave. Come a liQle early if you want to order a pizza. This week’s
topic: Serve, Not Rule: Understanding Our Role in God’s
Crea�on. Child care provided. Please contact Sarah Wolf at
726-4681 or [email protected] for more informa�on.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Unless otherwise noted, contact Caitlin C. Bomar, 726-4681 ext. 33 or
Room reloca@ons: There have recently been significant room
reloca�ons as we prepare for the upcoming renova�on. Please
read the informa�on below:
Nursery: Conference Room
PK-1st grade Sunday School class and C3 (PK, JK, & SK
combined for summer): Library
2nd-5th grade Sunday School class: Strock Room
Third Sunday Ushering: Students in 3rd-5th grade are given the
opportunity once a month to help usher during worship. Today
we have Claire Chauhan and Mary Porter Feild helping with this
responsibility during the 11:00 service. We are so thankful for
the ways that children lead us in worship!
Food dona@ons are needed for the Backpack Program. Did you
know that Idlewild helps feed 200 children each week through
its Backpack Program? This ministry provides nutri�ous food
for children at Brewster Elementary for the weekend, (enough
for 6 complete meals plus snacks).
Our four week Summer of Service Sunday School study on the
backpack ministry begins next Sunday, July 23. As part of this
study, children will prepare snack packs to include in the
backpacks. Please help support the Backpack Program by
bringing the foods listed below to the church over the course of
the next few weeks. All items donated should be in single serve
packages.
granola bars
cereal/breakfast bars
peanut buQer crackers
fruit snacks
Dona�ons can be dropped off in the tub across from the front
office under the new member bulle�n board. Thanks in
advance!
Children's Church Con@nued (C3) (library)
We are covered with volunteers for the remainder of the
summer. Beginning August 20, when we start our fall schedule,
it would be outstanding if a few men and women could commit
to being regular rota�ng volunteers so that we don't have
different teachers every single week. Consistency for our
children would truly be best. Please let Caitlin Bomar know if
you are interested in being a regular C3 teacher this fall.
Sunday School teachers for the 2017-18 school year are
needed. We are s�ll in need of a few more people to commit to
being Sunday School teachers this coming school year. Our
most dis�nct need is for the PK/JK Sunday School class. Sunday
School teachers are remembered for years by the children they
teach for the important role that they play in the spiritual
forma�on of young people. Is God calling you to fill this
important need?
Back-to-school pool party for families of children 5th grade and
under will be Saturday, August 26. All families of children 5th
grade and under are invited. The party will be from 2:00 to
5:00 p.m. at the home of Kim and Judy Johnson (768 Charles
Place, Memphis). Please bring your swimsuit, a towel, and
a side dish or dessert to share. Kindly RSVP to Caitlin no later
than August 20. Older siblings are more than welcome to come.
We hope to see you there!
YOUTH MINISTRY
Unless otherwise noted, contact Frank Kelly, 337-0159 or
QUEST families are invited to meet today at Baskin-Robbins by
the church (1680 Union) from 4:00 to 5:00 for a cool treat and
some family social �me.
Thursday, July 20, QUEST will serve together at More Than A
Meal, 5:15-6:30 in the T.K. Young Room.
Next week, July 23, QUEST will go ice ska�ng from 1:30 to 4:30.
Look for details in your Youth Ministry email.
OUTREACH MINISTRY
Unless otherwise noted, contact Margaret BurneC, 726-4681 ext. 19 or
The Mid-South Food Bank, one of our community support
grant recipients, helps low-income children, families, and
individuals get through �mes of food insecurity and hunger.
Nutri�ous food leads to healthier, more produc�ve lives.
The Food Bank serves 31 coun�es in the Memphis area through
ini�a�ves such as Feeding Children (Kids Café and the Food for
Kids Backpack Program), Feeding Families, and Feeding Seniors.
Children and seniors without regular access to food are
provided boxes of healthy, easy-to-open food. Volunteers are
needed to fill boxes for backpacks and to sort/pack food in the
warehouse. For more informa�on, contact Marcia Wells
at [email protected] or visit
www.midsouthfoodbank.org.
Please join us in praying the Prayers of the People in a special
way. Each Thursday, More Than A Meal (MTAM) guests write
prayers to be prayed aloud. Many of these prayers are posted
on the bulle�n board on the first floor ramp. You are invited to
take one and commit to that prayer each day for a week. New
ones are posted each week, so please check o1en and pray
alongside our MTAM friends.
NOMINATIONS
Nomina@ons are open now for 2018 deacons, ruling elders
and commiQees. Twelve deacons and nine ruling elders are
elected each year to serve a three-year term. All members
are encouraged to submit nomina�ons. (Feel free to
nominate yourself!) There is a form in the literature rack
which you can leave in offering plate or the office, or fill out a
form online at www.idlewildchurch.org/nomina�ons. For
more info contact anyone on the Nomina�ons CommiQee:
Thad Rodda (chair), [email protected]; Cindy Moore,
[email protected]; Andrew Falls, [email protected];
Nancy Thompson, [email protected]; Jenny
Haddad, [email protected]; Charlie McCrary,
[email protected]; and Amy Poag, [email protected].
KEEP OUR CHURCH IN YOUR PRAYERS
Each week we invite you to pray for our church.
• For our kitchen staff: Faye Smith-Reddit, Mae Mae Simmons, and Danny Thomas.
• For the weekly More Than A Meal ministry, its guests and volunteers.
• For the weekly More Than A Meal worship service, its leaders and worshipers.
• For all the organiza�ons who receive community support grants from Idlewild, and for the Community
Support CommiQee members as they look ahead to their work in the coming year.
Sunday July 16
8:30am Worship Service, Chapel
8:45am Handbell Choir Rehearsal, Choir Rm
9:40am Summer Adult Series, TK Young
9:40am Sunday School
10am Summer Choir Rehearsal, Choir Rm
10:30am New Members, Chapel
11am Worship Service, Sanctuary
12:30pm Children’s Ministry, Parlor
Tuesday July 18
6:30pm NA, TK Young
Wednesday July 19
8am Building Committee, Harlan Rm
9am Support Group for Mothers of Young Children,
CAFE (28 S. Evergreen St.)
5pm Nominations, Session Rm
7pm Kitchen Table Bible Study, Away
Thursday July 20
9:30am Kitchen Table Bible Study, Away
5pm More Than A Meal Worship, Chapel
5:30pm More Than A Meal, TK Young
6:30pm AA Mee�ng, Conf. Rm
7pm Theology on Tap, Away
Friday July 21
12pm Church Office Closed
6pm Waltzing, TK Young
Sunday July 23
8:30am Worship Service, Chapel
8:45am Handbell Choir Rehearsal, Choir Rm
9:40am Summer Adult Series, TK Young
9:40am Sunday School
10am Summer Choir Rehearsal, Choir Rm
11am Worship Service, Sanctuary
THIS WEEK’S EVENTS
The calendar is online at www.idlewildchurch.org/fullcalendar.
WELCOME TO IDLEWILD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Whether you are visi�ng for the first �me, or are a long�me member, we are blessed to have you with us.
You will no�ce that our vision statement begins and ends with “Idlewild Presbyterian Church is a community
in which....all who enter might find a home.”
We take these words seriously. We strive to be a community as diverse and hospitable as God’s kingdom.
We don’t all look or act alike; God knows we don’t all think alike. We don’t all read the Bible the same way.
We bring different ques�ons, and we carry different burdens. But every Sunday, we worship together as one.
In this grand old church, we do Sunday morning in some preQy tradi�onal (very Presbyterian!) ways. We study
the teachings and the ac�ons of Jesus. We sing many of the same hymns our grandparents sang. Yes, in our
preaching and our prayers, (and many of our newer hymns!) we wrestle with the challenges of the modern
world. I hope your heart will hear something personal and relevant this morning—a word of comfort, a spur to
ac�on, a call to a deeper rela�onship with God.
A1er the 8:30 service, join us for Sunday School. There are lots of op�ons. A1er the 11:00 service, s�ck
around. Come to the fellowship hall for some punch or a cup of coffee. Introduce yourself to one of our clergy.
There are tons of opportuni�es here to feed your soul and expand your spirit. Try one out. You never know—
you just might be home!
Joyfully,
Pastor Steve Montgomery
IDLEWILD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA)
1750 Union Avenue / Memphis TN 38104 / www.idlewildchurch.org
901-726-4681 / Recreation 725-4165
The mission of Idlewild Presbyterian Church is to pursue, personify, and
practice as Presbyterians the good news of reconciliation and salvation
in Christ through worship, education, fellowship, and outreach.
MINISTERIAL AND PROGRAM STAFF
Ministers: All the members of Idlewild Presbyterian Church
For staff phone numbers and emails visit www.idlewildchurch.org or call the church.
Stephen R. Montgomery
Pastor
Anne H.K. Apple
Associate Pastor for Pastoral Care
and Evangelism
Margaret Burnett
Associate Pastor/Executive
Director of CAFE
Rebekah Abel Lamar
Associate Pastor for Christian
Formation
Corinne Nienhuis
Parish Assistant
Denton McLellan
Parish Associate
Walt Tennyson
Parish Associate
Stephen R. Haynes
Theologian in Residence
Barry Oliver
Director of Music Ministry
David Schnell
Music Asst. & Handbell Director
Caitlin C. Bomar
Director of Children’s Ministry
Frank Kelly
Director of Youth Ministry
Dara Bigger
Assistant Director of Youth Ministry
Sara Dorrien-Chris�ans
Coordinator of Outreach
Ministry
Shari Gross
Interim Director of Recreation
& Fellowship
Jacob Pierce
Interim Athletic Director
Sarah Wolf
Young Adult Ministry
Doris Hurdle
Director of Operations
Henry B. Strock, Jr.
Pastor Emeritus