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First Parish Church, Congregational On the Village Green
Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts
Rev. John G. Hughes, II, Senior Pastor
Donald R. Dunn, Director of Music-Organist
Priscilla Duda, Christian Ministry Coordinator
Jessica Skidmore, Youth Director
David Reid, Sexton
Nancy Klebart, Office Manager
Church office: 978-526-7661 ext. 1 Fax: 978-526-7882
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.firstparishchurch.org
MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE
Sunday, January 24, 2016, 10:00 a.m.
ORGAN PRELUDE: “Aria”
Noel Rawsthorne (b. 1929)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*[Please stand for the lighting of the candles]
CALL TO WORSHIP
The heavens are telling the glory of God.
The firmament proclaims God’s handiwork.
The Law of God is perfect, reviving the soul.
The decrees of God are sure, making wise the simple.
*HYMN: “Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” PH #93
PRAYER OF INVOCATION (unison)
We confess, gracious God,
that we are not worthy of your love for us.
You lead us out of the land of slavery;
yet when the journey is hard,
we long to return to the comfort of our chains.
You speak to us through your prophets,
telling us how our rebellion hurts and angers you;
yet we harden our hearts and close our ears.
You come to us in Jesus, revealing your love for all people
and suffering pain for us;
still we do not turn in love and obedience to you.
We do that which we ought not to do,
and we leave undone those thing we ought to do.
There is no health in us.
Sinful and rebellious as we are,
we cannot trust in ourselves and the things that we do;
we can trust only in your grace.
Speak the word, O God, and we shall be made free.
Forgive us, receive us, and give us courage
to serve you with renewed hearts and wills;
through the grace of Jesus Christ, who taught us to pray…
*THE LORD'S PRAYER (trespasses) 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 trespasses as we
forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory forever. Amen.
*GLORIA PATRI Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is
now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen
SCRIPTURE READING: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10
ANTHEM: “Beautiful Savior”
Setting by Michael Burkhardt (b.1957) Beautiful Savior,
King of Creation,
Son of God and Son of Man!
Truly I'd love Thee,
Truly I'd serve Thee,
Light of my soul, my Joy, my Crown.
Fair are the meadows,
Fair are the woodlands,
Robed in flowers of blooming spring;
Jesus is fairer,
Jesus is purer;
He makes our sorrowing spirit sing.
Fair is the sunshine,
Fair is the moonlight,
Bright the sparkling stars on high;
Jesus shines brighter,
Jesus shines purer,
Than all the angels in the sky.
Beautiful Savior,
Lord of the nations,
Son of God and Son of Man!
Glory and honor,
Praise, adoration,
Now and forevermore be Thine!
MORNING PRAYER
CONGREGATION’S JOYS AND CONCERNS The Lord be with you.
And with your spirit.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to the Lord, Our God.
Let us give thanks to God.
It is right … it is a good and joyful thing,
always and everywhere to offer thanks to God.
Let us offer our silent prayers …
SILENT PRAYER-PASTORAL PRAYER-CHORAL RESPONSE
SCRIPTURE READING: Luke 4:14-21
*HYMN: “Glorious Things of You Are Spoken” NCH #307
SERMON: “Let’s Take a Second Look”
MOMENT OF MEDITATION
OFFERTORY SENTENCE
OFFERTORY ANTHEM: “The Heavens Are Declaring”
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
The heavens are declaring the Lord’s endless glory,
Thro’ all the earth His praise is found,
The seas reecho the marvelous story.
O man, repeat that glorious sound.
The starry host He orders and measures,
He fills the morning's golden springs;
He wakes the sun from his night curtained slumbers,
Oh, man adore the King of Kings.
What power and splendor, and wisdom and order,
In Nature’s mighty plan unrolled!
Thro’ space and time to infinity’s border,
What wonders vast and manifold.
The earth is His, and the heaven's over it bending
The Maker in His works behold!
He is, and will be, Thro’ ages unending,
A God of strength and love untold.
*DOXOLOGY Praise God from whom all blessings flow, Praise God all creatures here below,
Praise God above ye heavenly host, Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*HYMN: “Lift High the Cross” NCH #198
*[The “Removal of the Flame”]
BENEDICTION
CHORAL RESPONSE
ORGAN POSTLUDE: “Psalm 19” (The Heavens Declare)
Benedetto Marcello (1686-1739)
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The greeter and lay reader is Steve Newman.
The Deacons are Jan Marshall and Shawn Newman.
Readers and Greeters are always needed, contact the office or talk to the
Deacons.
Listening devices are available for those in need; they are at the back of
the Sanctuary. Feel free to address a Deacon should you need help using
them.
After the service join us in the front of the church for hospitality.
Welcome to all who are new to our worship. To join our mailing list fill
out a “Welcome Card” to place in the collection plate or contact
[email protected] , 978-526-7661 ext 1.
On Saturday January 30th the middle school youth
group will be getting together for a night of burgers and
bowling! We will gather in the chapel parking lot @
3:30pm and then driving over to the Market Street Plaza
in Lynnfield where will be going over to Kings for bowling and then
dining at Wahlburgers. Volunteers are always welcome to join. The cost
is $10 per person.
FLOWERS FOR THE ALTAR Please call Penny Lapham at 978-526-
7128, by Monday to be included in the following Sunday’s bulletin.
Book Group continues with a new selection for January;
“The Little Paris Book Shop” by Nina George, “The
settings are ideal for a summer-romance read…Who can
resist floating on a barge through France surrounded by
books, wine, love, and great conversation?” (Christian Science Monitor)
We hope you will join us on Monday, February 29 at 7 PM at Nancy
Peterson's house. All are welcome!
Looking for Knitting Needles and Yarn
The Seaside Parish Knitters are looking for knitting
needles and yarn that you might be considering "casting"
aside. We continue to knit blankets, shawls, and scarves;
and for our military troops: helmet liners, neck gators, and scarves.
We use both 100% wool and synthetic fibers for yarn, and straight and
round knitting needles....all sizes. Contact Penny Lapham at 978-526-
7128 or [email protected] We welcome anyone wishing to join us.
Soup and Conversation will resume on January 31with
Barbara and Richard Smith presenting- “Courage and Light”
Exploring Passion, Renewal and Creativity with Jim
Brandenburg (Nationally acclaimed writer and educator) and
Parker Palmer (National Geographic photographer), a life
changing project Brandenburg undertook when he was at the peak of his
career yet felt drained of his creative passion for his work. This is a
beautiful presentation that will help us all renew, strengthen and nurture
our purpose. Time to be announced we are considering presenting this as
a “Supper and Conversation” so that the room will be darker allowing
for better viewing of the beautiful photos that will be shared.
THE CARE TEAM MINISTRY, Have you shared the experience?
We support FPC families with meals, rides, & visits through times of
illness and loss. If you would like to become involved with this
wonderful team contact;
Sheila Kafer 978-525-3253, [email protected]
Janet Groth at 978-526-8408, [email protected]
Upcoming events can be found on our website
(www.firstparishchurch.org ) under “News” and “Calendar” and on our
Facebook page (First Parish Manchester-by-the-Sea) under “Events”
THIS WEEK:
Monday
7:30 PM Manchester Singers
Tuesday
10:00 AM COA Zumba
11:30 AM COA Lunch of the Month
Wednesday
10:00 AM COA Yoga
11:30 AM Clergy Luncheon
5:00 PM Confirmation Dinner
7:30 PM Choir Rehearsal
Friday
8:00 AM Yoga
4:00 PM Bible Study
Sunday
10:00 AM Worship
Nursery, Sunday School
Middle School Youth Group
11:00 AM Soup & Conversation