First Presbyterian Church May 7, 2017 10:30 a.m.

Fourth Sunday of Easter “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly” John 10:10

GATHERING AROUND THE WORD

Prelude

Welcome and Church Life Notes

*Passing of the Peace

Leader: May the Peace of the Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Introit "I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me"

*Call to Worship (from Psalm 23, The Message) (responsively)

Leader: God, my shepherd, I don’t need a thing. You have bedded me down in

lush meadows, you find me quiet pools to drink from.

People: True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the

right direction.

Leader: Even when the way goes through Death Valley, I’m not afraid when you

walk at my side. Your trusty shepherd’s crook makes me feel secure.

People: Your beauty and love chase after me everyday of my life. I’m back

home in the house of God for the rest of my life.

*Hymn “How Lovely, Lord” #402

Call to Confession

Prayer of Confession (in unison)

Lord God, forgive us, your people, for faith that expects little and

discipline that is halfhearted. Easter celebrates all you have given to us

that we might have life abundant, and yet, we settle for less. Lord, renew

our strength and trust in your good will for us, as we joyfully love and

serve you in Jesus’ name. Amen.

(A moment for silent personal prayer of confession)

Assurance of Pardon (responsively)

Leader: Jesus has come into the world not to condemn the world, but to save

the world. Accepting the grace of Christ and the forgiveness of sins, we

gratefully proclaim:

God has saved us in Jesus Christ. We who once were far off have been

brought near. Thanks be to God!

*Choral Response “The Gloria”

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! Amen!

Anthem "You Raise Me Up with Be Still My Soul" arr. by Fettke

Chancel Choir

PROCLAIMING THE WORD

Time for Small Disciples Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays

(Children may leave for the Child Care Room following the children's message.)

Prayer for Illumination (in unison) Guide us, O God, by your Word, and Holy Spirit, that in your light we

may see light, in your truth find freedom, and in your will discover

peace; through Christ our Lord, Amen.

Acts 2:42-47 (page 120 NT in the pew Bible)

1 Peter 2:19-25 (page 233 NT in the pew Bible)

Leader: This is the Word of the Lord.

People: Thanks be to God.

John 10:1-10 (page 103 NT in the pew Bible) Leader: The Gospel of Christ.

People: Thanks be to God.

Sermon “Great Expectations” Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays

RESPONDING TO THE WORD

*Hymn “Guide My Feet” #741

*Affirmation of Faith (in unison) (Ushers gather in the narthex at this time.)

In faith, we acknowledge that God has acted in the past, in a holy history.

In faith, we confess that God seeks to rule our lives today.

In faith, we affirm that God continues to send prophets and willing vessels

to guide the course of all history toward its end.

In faith, we imagine that end to be characterized by the traits we find in

Jesus Christ: compassion, justice, and love.

In faith, we long to be a part of that purpose.

Amen.

Presentation of our Gifts & Offerings

Call to the Offering

Offertory

*Choral Response “The Doxology” #606

*Prayer of Dedication (in unison)

Lord God, You lead us in the ways of Jesus. Lead us also in the ways of

generosity as we return with joy our gifts and our tithes for sharing Jesus

with the world. Amen.

Sharing Joys and Concerns

Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer

… “forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors”

*Parting Hymn “Lord, Dismiss Us with Your Blessing” #546

*Benediction

*Choral Benediction “Praise to God the Father” #605

*Postlude

*You are invited to stand.

Interim Pastor: Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays Music Director/ Organist: Billy Meredith 4 Clinton Street, Delhi, NY 13753 e-mail: office@fpcdelhi.org

Liturgist: Deacon Kevin Lee Phone: (607) 746-2155

Fax # (607) 746-2156 Web Site: www.fpcdelhi.org

Barbecue Chicken Benefiting First Presbyterian Church

Mission Committee at Wilson’s stand, in the

parking lot near Tractor Supply Company,

Delhi.

Watch for the signs and follow your nose!

Friday, May 19, 2017

10:30 am – sold out

Take a break from cooking, enjoy some mouth-watering

chicken and support Mission Work!

Please join us on Sunday, May 21 to welcome our new interim pastor, the Reverend Doctor Lisa Ruth Mays.

We will party with an Italian themed Dish-to-Pass dinner following worship.

Bring any “Italian Themed” main dish, pasta, salad, bread, or dessert and join the celebration.

Beverages and all table service will be provided.

Get to know your neighbor game following the meal.

Sponsored by our fellowship committee.

SUNDAY May 7

9:30 am Sunday School (CE Wing) 9:30 am Deacons Meeting (library) 10:00 am Choir gathers (Sanctuary and Chapel) 10:30 am Worship (Sanctuary) 11:30 am Coffee Hour (FH) 2:00 pm Girl Scout Troop Meeting (CR) 4:00 pm Boy Scout Troop Meeting (FH)

MONDAY May 8

9:00 am Fitness Class (FH) 10:00 am Monday Morning Bridge (BR) 11:00 am Delaware County Senior Council (Chapel & CR) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR)

TUESDAY May 9

10:30 am Tai Chi (Chapel) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 4:30 pm Girl Scouts (CR) 5:00 pm Weight Watchers (Chapel)

WEDNESDAY May 10

7:30 am SPARKS at Crossroads Café 9:00 am Fitness Class (FH) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 4:30 pm A Pealing Sound (Chapel and Sanctuary) 5:30 pm Girl Scout Troop Meeting (CR) 5:45 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

THURSDAY May 11

10:30 am Tai Chi (Chapel) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 6:30 pm Yoga for All (Chapel)

FRIDAY May 12

9:00 am – 2:00 pm The Kirk Thrift Shoppe is open! 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 5:00 pm Set up for Quiche with the Queen (FH)

SATURDAY May 13

7:00 am Quiche for the Queen DCCAN (FH) 9:00 am – 2:00 pm The Kirk Thrift Shoppe is open!

SUNDAY May 14

Mothers’ Day 9:30 am Sunday School (CE Wing) 10:00 am Choir gathers (Sanctuary and Chapel) 10:30 am Worship with Communion & Congregational Meeting (Sanctuary) 11:30 am Coffee Hour (FH)

RR – Red Room; CR – Conference Room; FH – Fellowship Hall; BR – Blue Room

Mission Emphasis for May – Birthday Offering

First Presbyterian Church

of Delhi, New York Church Life: May 7, 2017

Our Good Shepherd calls us into the safekeeping of this fold. May all gathered here feel the welcome and love of God in Christ.

Lord, you are my Shepherd. Thank you for providing everything I need. Amen.

We invite everyone to take a moment during the offertory to sign the Church Attendance Register. A special welcome

is extended to all who are visiting with us this morning. We hope that your worship experience will be meaningful and enjoyable. If you are interested in learning more about First Presbyterian Church or becoming a member of this congregation, please speak with Pastor Lisa Ruth, the Church Office or any Elder.

COFFEE HOUR will be held today in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the Worship Service. EVERYONE is invited to this time of fellowship. Please join us this morning!

This morning we WELCOME the Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays as our Interim Pastor. Pastor Lisa writes: “Greetings from Lisa Ruth, your Interim Pastor. I have been in Delaware County for nearly 9 years. I moved from Walton, Indiana to Walton NY. This is always a good conversation starter for people I meet, at the gym for example. It is the opportunity to be friendly and authentic regarding my faith in God and trust in God’s ways. I was ordained as a Minister of Word and Sacrament in 2002; a second (or third) career. I am a native Californian who was trained and happily busy in music and the performing arts before feeling called to seminary. I look forward to hearing some of your own stories in the coming months.” We look forward to our spiritual growth both individually and as a church during our time together.

The FLOWERS this morning are given in honor of Sherry Cooke, our Sexton for the CE wing, Kitchen and all bathrooms! Sherry and her husband Richard will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary on Tuesday, May 9th. Congratulations to Sherry and Richard and Thank you Sherry for all your hard work and dedication.

The TRUSTEES responsible for counting today are Bruce Burr and Ed Goff. The Trustees responsible for counting on May 14 are Art Maxwell and Tom Leo.

Card Shower – Let us help Gloria Perkins celebrate her 90th Birthday on May 13 by sending her birthday wishes. Cards may be sent to: Gloria Perkins, 450 Mountaintop Drive, Apt. 111, Asheboro, NC, 27204

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP BAGS are available in the hospitality room on the shelves. Children are welcome to select a bag with items of their choosing to use during worship. CHILDREN’S BULLETINS are also available. The CHILD CARE ROOM will be available to parents today during the worship service. Child care is usually provided from after the children's sermon until the end of worship most Sundays.

The CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL at First Presbyterian is now an all ages class where students will use their imagination through LEGO© creations to experience their faith and the biblical story. Join us each Sunday morning at 9:30 am and see God at work, brick by brick. If you are interested in helping to lead the class, contact the Christian Ed Committee for more information.

The Kirk Thrift Shoppe welcomes Reverend Dr. Lisa Mays as our Church family's interim pastor! We still have a good selection of gifts for Mother's Day next Sunday, May 14th. Also we have some beautiful Prom Dresses and Wedding Attire so please stop in next Friday or Saturday from 9AM to 2PM. Be sure to check our Facebook page as Polly DellaCrosse and Bonnie Fleming have completed a beautiful quilt to donate to the Delaware County Office for the Aging which will be selling raffle tickets throughout the summer. You will see pictures on Facebook. These two wonderful ladies donated their time, talent and the fabric and The Kirk donated the professional quilting. It is truly gorgeous! Many thanks to them both.

It is time to think about adding some color and beauty to the front and back of our Church. We are looking for a volunteer or volunteers to head up the geranium/ flower planting and care this summer. If interested, please contact Erica Cantwell, Bruce Burr or Nancy in the Church Office by May 22.

A CALL has been issued by the Session for a Congregational meeting, to be held at the beginning of worship on Sunday, May 14, 2017. The purpose of the meeting will be to

elect one Deacon to fill the vacant position on the Board of Deacons. No other business may come before the congregation at this time.

REMEMBER YOUR DONATION FOR THE FOOD BANK! SPECIAL NEEDS – DRY and CANNED SOUP

Thought for today: “Do not be afraid of tomorrow, for God is already there.” —Unknown

Thoughts on Giving: “And Peter said to them, ‘Repent, and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ…” ACTS 2:38

The word “repent” means to turn from sin, to change our actions. When it comes to change, do we take responsibility for change or do we think that others have to change instead? Change that is permanent comes from within, we must take control and be disciplined. Remember though that we are not alone, Jesus is there to help lighten the load. Stewardship Prayer: That as we struggle to live a faith-filled life, we recognize we are not alone. Jesus is there to help lighten the load.

The Per Capita amount for 2017 has been set at $36.60 per member.

Attendance week of 4-30-17 46 The amount needed each week The amount given week of 4-30-17

$1,972.00 $1,529.84

The amount needed year-to-date The amount given YTD as of 4-30-17 Fuel Fund given YTD as of 4-30-17

Mission giving week of 4-30-17 Mission giving YTD as of 4-30-17

$35,496.00 $39,964.08

$2,247.20

$258.00 $1,785.98

Apportionment Needed 2017 Apportionment received YTD as of 4-30-17

$6,734.40 $1,856.76

Information on summer church camps is available in the church office and online. Camperships are available through the Presbytery on a first come-first served basis.

Campership information and a list of camps may be found online at: http://susvalpresby.org/mission/christian-nurture/campership-rules/

Please stop by the church office if you are interested.

The Upper Room Devotionals are available on the information racks in the narthex and outside the church office. If you wish to make a contribution to defray the cost, there is a wooden box in the Narthex or you may drop off contributions in the church office.

First Presbyterian Church actively exists as the living body of Christ, committed to growing in faithfulness to God, serving the whole human family

and welcoming all people into God’s love. (Our Mission Statement)