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Welcome!

Whether you are worshiping with us for the first time or have grown up here at FPC, we are glad you

have joined us for worship this morning! You can listen live every Sunday at 11:00 am on KSBI

780AM/94.3FM or go to www.stillwaterfpc.org/listenlive and click on the link to join audio livestreaming.

World Communion Sunday

Beginning in the 1930s, the first Sunday of October has become a time when Christians in every culture

break bread and pour the cup to remember and affirm Christ as the Head of the Church. On that day,

we remember that we are part of the whole body of believers. Whether shared in a grand cathedral,

outside on a hilltop, in a meetinghouse, or in a storefront, Christians celebrate the communion liturgy in

as many ways as there are congregations. World Communion Sunday can be both a profound worship

experience and a time for remembering the wider community of faith.

- Gathering Around the Word -

PRELUDE ................................................................... “These Are the Holy Ten Commandments” BWV 679 - J.S. Bach

GATHERING OF THE COMMUNITY Sharing Christ’s Peace - Share the peace of Christ via text with someone, share signs of

peace with those in your household, or if you have Facebook, go to our page, First

Presbyterian Church - Stillwater, and share the peace of Christ in the comments section of our

Sunday post.

MINUTE FOR PEACE & GLOBAL WITNESS SPECIAL OFFERING

ORGAN MEDITATION ..................................................................................................... on Duke Street - R. te Velde

**CALL TO WORSHIP ........................... written by Rev. Gloria Ulloa, Presbyterian Church of Colombia

Leader: We gather from the west to the east, from the south to the north, Community: to celebrate the God of peace who accompanies us in our acts of peace.

Leader: This God of peace accompanies us in each and every circumstance around us. Community: We praise God’s name! Amen!

**HYMN OF PRAISE 265 ............................................... .“Jesus Shall Reign Where’er the Sun”, vs. 1,3,5

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OPENING PRAYER ........................................... written by Rev. Lydia Neshangwe, Zimbabwe Shona and English,

....................................................................................... adaptation of “A Non-Traditional Blessing” by Sister Ruth Fox

CALL TO CONFESSION

ORDER OF DIVINE WORSHIP EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

October 4th, 2020 - 11:00 am

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PRAYER OF CONFESSION .......... written by Jameel Maher Khadir, Near East School of Theology student,

................................................................................................. Episcopal Church in Jerusalem and the Holy Land.

Gracious Lord, creator of this universe, in your generosity you have given us a world of abundance and diversity, yet we live guided by greed and selfishness. We confess that we have defaced your creation and poisoned our environment through our consumerist behavior and for personal gain. In Christ, you made us brothers and sisters and intended for us to be united, yet we have built walls to separate us from those who are different from us. We ignore the poor and the weak and honor the rich and powerful. In all this we have not lived according to your will. In your mercy, forgive us our sins.

Moment of silence for silent confession

KYRIE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 551

Lord, have mercy; Christ, have mercy; Lord, have mercy upon us.

Lord, have mercy; Christ, have mercy; Lord, have mercy upon us.

ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS........ written by Shant Agoushian, New East School of Theology student,

.............................................................................. Union of Aermenian Evangelical Churches in the Near East.

“God accepted us simply because of our faith in Christ,” through whom our sins were forgiven.

May God help us to continue to “preach peace to those who are near and far.” Amen.

**RESPONSE TO FORGIVENESS ............................................................................................................ 624 v. 5

Our hope is in no other save in thee; our faith is built upon thy promise free;

Lord, give us peace, and make us calm and sure, that in thy strength we evermore endure.

- Proclaiming and Sharing the Word -

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

EPISTLE LESSON ........................................................................................................................ Philippians 3:4b-14

GOSPEL LESSON ....................................................................................................................... Matthew 21:33-46

Leader: This is the word of the Lord. Community: Thanks be to God.

TIME WITH CHILDREN Please see the video link on our Facebook page for today’s Children & Worship video.

SERMON .............................................................................................................................. “Tending the Vineyard”

- Responding to the Word -

**AFFIRMATION OF FAITH ................................................................................................. 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

INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP

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INVITATION TO THE OFFERING You can make an offering by going to www.stillwaterfpc.org/giving

or text GIVE to 580-823-8264, or mail a check to :

First Presbyterian Church, 524 S. Duncan St., Stillwater, OK 74074

OFFERTORY HYMN 520 ........................................................................................... “Taste and See” (Psalm 34)

The congregation sings the Refrain; the cantor will sing two verses.

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**DOXOLOGY ................................................................................................................................................... 605 Praise to God the Father; praise to God the Son; praise to God the Spirit; praise to the Three-in-One.

Sing praise, sing praise to the Lord on high. Praise to God Almighty; praise to the Holy One.

**PRAYER OF DEDICATION

+ THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER + The Session of First Presbyterian Church, Stillwater, has approved the celebration of virtual communion so that the

Sacrament may continue to be celebrated safely and joyfully among the people of God. This alternate method of

celebration is permitted by advisory opinion from the stated clerk of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Even while we

cannot gather in person as the body of Christ, we believe Christ’s real presence is with us where we are, by the power of

the Holy Spirit.

INVITATION TO THE LORD’S TABLE

EUCHARISTIC PRAYER AND WORDS OF INSTITUTION Leader: The Lord be with you. Community: And also with you.

Leader: Lift up your hearts. Community: We lift them up to the Lord.

Leader: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. Community: It is right to give our thanks and praise.

Leader: God, You are God indeed, the God of all….We join all creation, all voices in heaven

and on earth, praising you: Community: Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might.

Heaven and earth are full of your glory.

Hosanna in the highest.

Blessed is the One who comes in the name of the Lord.

Hosanna in the highest.

Leader: We encounter you, Lord Jesus, broken and scattered….Great is the mystery of faith: Community: Christ has died,

Christ is risen,

Christ will come again.

Leader: Pour out your Holy Spirit upon us….Hear us as we pray together: 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors and lead us not

into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the

power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

WORDS OF INSTITUTION

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PARTAKING OF THE ELEMENTS

COMMUNION MEDITATION

**PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION

- Sharing the Word into the World -

**HYMN OF REJOICING 526 .................................................................. ”Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ”

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**CHARGE AND BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE ...................................................................................... “Welcome Table - Celebration” - M. Corl

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Music Notes by Rebecca te Velde

Prelude: J. S. Bach’s (1685-1750) fughetta for manuals alone (no pedals) is based on the first phrase of a German hymn bearing this title. The musical subject (theme) features insistent repeated notes that “hammer home” this text and create a tangible sense of the immutable laws of God. But the cheerfulness of the quick dance rhythm and brightness of G major also express the joy of an abundant life lived in accordance with God’s will. Postlude: This is a brand new, energetic organ setting of the African-American spiritual “I’m Gonna Eat at the Welcome Table”, #770 in Glory to God. Matthew Corl is organist and associate director of music at First United Methodist Church in Lakeland, Florida. It is played today with the permission of the composer. Permission to reprint, podcast, and/or stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license #A-707358. All rights reserved.

- ASSISTING IN WORSHIP TODAY -

Preaching

Liturgist

Communicating Person

Organist/Dir. of Music

Cantor

Leah Hrachovec, Pastor David Silver

Jenny Hardin, Associate Pastor Rebecca te Velde

Jack Moffatt

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A Generous Life is one marked by joyfully sharing the bounties given to us by God. The Stewardship Committee is asking each household to prayerfully consider how you can contribute to the ministries of FPC in 2021 - both financial and your time. In spite of all that is happening in our lives, community, and world - or rather because of what is happening, we are asking you to be generous in sharing your blessings. Packets for the 2021 Stewardship Campaign - The Fullness of a Generous Life have been mailed. Please open, read, and be reminded of the blessings we have shared.

Three ways to pledge: printed pledge card in your packet online at http://www.stillwaterfpc.org/page/home/care-support/pledge-now FPC Tithle.ly church app.

Please return your pledge by Commitment Sunday, October 25.

Amanda Nick Amidon Shea Arnett

David Awtrey Noelle Baker

Betty Bays Mandy Blackburn

Dawn Blair Rose Marie Bligh

Terry Bobo Bill Brewer

Helen Britton Lin Brown

Belinda Bruner Wayne Cartwright

Paula Cavett Nancy Chapa

Marilyn Choike Allison Christy

Abby Clapp Darlene Collyar

Andee and Kannon Cooper

Heather Davidson Martha Dearinger Matthew Durham

Lyle Eastman Lori Fagan

Ed Gallegos Dorothy Gibbons

Lauren Glynn Alana Harding

Ben Harris Kendall Harvey

Mary Ann Henley Charla Hilger

Carolynne Hopkins Linda Houck Sandy Ives

Patty Jacobs Paul Dean Jenkins

Brenda Johns Ted Joy

Patty Keys Mary Jane

Kirchenbauer

Margy Knox Pauline Kopecky Dottie Kraemer Karen Krehbiel

Hank Lett Judy Lewis

Wendy Long Mary Kay Mallory

Alyssa Matal Don McCall

Philip Meadows Tresa Miller Jean Moore

Mary Beth Morris Nora Nagaruk Pricilia Nkem Joyce Odom

Denton Padgett Frances Phillips

Jean Potts Daniel Powell

Lisa Reavis Sydney Reding

Larry Redburn Jack Reeves

Elaine Renfrow Cooper Russell Gloria Sandvold

Don Savage David Schmidly

Frank Schull Bradley Schutt Bob & Bonnie

Siddon Karen Shippey

Brylee Shullanberg Jeffrey Silver David Smith Ted Smith

Audrey Soehren Paul Sorrentino Jamie Stephens Debbie Stout Judi Tarlton Upendo Kids Emily Walker

Nelda Wallace Barbara Ware Darrell Warren

Jim Wasson Nona Wilhm Jim & Lynda

Williams Scott Williams

Kathleen & Stephan Wilson

Jim Wise Elizabeth Woodford

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PRAYER CONCERNS

Presbytery: Perry

Sorrow: Becky Schlais and family in the death of her father, Jay Lawson

Jeannie Franke and family in the death of her mother, Norma Franke

Military Service: Jordan Buterbaugh, Casey Campbell, Tom Cooper,

Justin Fowler, James Greenwald, Matt Krehbiel,

Eric Murphy, Miles Smith, & Bryn Williams

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Our Worship is broadcast on KSPI AM (780) and PETE FM (94.3) at 11:00 am each Sunday. Or

listen live online at www.stillwaterfpc.org/listenlive. Audio recordings of the sermon and the full

worship service will be available by the end of Monday each week, and can be found on our

website at www.stillwaterfpc.org/sermon. Or watch the service on Facebook Live @ 11:00am

at facebook.com/StillwaterFPC. You do not need a Facebook account to watch.

Today:

In-Person Worship Service at 9:00 am in the Sanctuary.

Sunday School Classes via Zoom at 10:00 am. Please see First Things for Zoom links and class

details.

Broadcast-Only Worship at 11:00 am. Please join us via facebook.com/StillwaterFPC, KSPI radio

(780 AM or 94.3 FM), or www.stillwaterfpc.org/listenlive

Drive-Thru Prayers and Greetings will take place starting at 12:15 pm in the alley driveway at the

church. Come by to share a prayer, select a prayer shawl for yourself or a loved one/friend, or

just to say hello. If you registered for SpiritLink supplies, those will also be available for pickup.

Please Note:

The Church Office and building remains closed to the general public. Church staff will be

working in the office much of the time, and office phones are again ringing to the church. If

you would like to visit the Columbarium or have another access need, please call the church

office number (405)372-5580 and we will make arrangements with you. If you have a pastoral

need after hours please call the afterhours pastor emergency line at (405)338-7545 to be

connected to one of the pastors.

This Week:

Worship & Music meets Tuesday at 5:30 pm via Zoom.

Second Mile Sewing meets Wednesday at 9:30 am in Fellowship Hall.

Mid-Week Prayer is Wednesday at 12:10 pm via Zoom. Please see this week’s First Things for

access details or contact Pastor Leah or Pastor Jenny for assistance.

World Missions meets Wednesday at 5:30 pm via Zoom. Please see First Things for access details.

UKIRK Bible Study will be held Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. Please contact Pastor Jenny Hardin,

jenny.hardin@stillwaterfpc.org, for more information.

Lectionary Bible Study meets Thursday at 10:00 am in the Hospitality Area or via Zoom. Please

see this week’s First Things for access details or contact Pastor Leah or Pastor Jenny for

assistance.

Deacons meet Thursday at 6:00 pm via Zoom. Please see First Things for access details.

Saturday Brunch Ministry is from 11:00 am to noon. Sack lunches will be available for brunch

attendees, but the building will not be open for fellowship. If you are interested in volunteering

with Saturday Brunch during this time, please contact Pastor Jenny at

jenny.hardin@stillwaterfpc.org or (405) 372-5580.

Next Sunday, October 11

In-Person Worship Service at 9:00 am in the Sanctuary.

Sunday School Classes via Zoom at 10:00 am. Please see First Things for Zoom links and class

details.

- ANNOUNCEMENTS -

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The Communion table flowers are given to the glory of God

In celebration of the 48th wedding anniversary of Mark & Gretchen Hrachovec and

the 11th wedding anniversary of Nat Cooper & Leah Hrachovec.

The Narthex table flowers are given to the glory of God by Steve & Cathy Fairbanks

in celebration of October family wedding anniversaries:

Charley & Tonia Fairbanks’ 22nd anniversary on the 3rd,

Toni & Charles Cornelius’ 11th anniversary on the 10th.

- THIS WEEK AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH - TODAY 9:00 am In-Person Worship .......... Sanctuary 10:00 am Sunday School Classes ........ Online 11:00 am Remote Worship ........ Online/Radio 12:15 pm Drive-Thru Prayers/GreetingsPortico

MONDAY

TUESDAY 5:30 pm Worship & Music ................... Online

WEDNESDAY 9:30 am Second Mile Sewing .................SFH 12:10 pm Midweek Prayer .................... Online 5:30 pm World Missions ..................... Online 6:30 pm UKIRK Bible Study ..................... HA

THURSDAY 10:00 am Bible Study ..................... Online/HA 6:00 pm Deacons ............................... Online

FRIDAY

SATURDAY 11:00 am Saturday Brunch Ministry ........... FH

SUNDAY (OCTOBER 11) 9:00 am In-Person Worship .......... Sanctuary 10:00 am Sunday School Classes ....... Online 11:00 am Remote Worship ........ Online/Radio 7:00 pm PYG (Youth) ................... Courtyard

First Presbyterian Church of Stillwater

524 S. Duncan St., Stillwater, OK 74074

405-372-5580 (office number)

405-338-7545 (after-hours pastoral emergency number)

www.stillwaterfpc.org

Rev. Dr. Leah Hrachovec, Pastor: leah.hrachovec@stillwaterfpc.org

Rev. Jenny Hardin, Associate Pastor: jenny.hardin@stillwaterfpc.org

Jenna Campbell, Director of Children’s & Youth Ministries: jenna.campbell@stillwaterfpc,org

Magdalena Vinson, Church Administrator: magdalena.vinson@stillwaterfpc.org

Mary Beth Garoffolo, Finance & Office Assistant: marybeth.garoffolo@stillwaterfpc.org

Rebecca te Velde, Organist & Director of Music: rebecca.tevelde@stillwaterfpc.org

Broadcast-Only Worship at 11:00 am. Please join us via facebook.com/StillwaterFPC, KSPI

radio (780 AM or 94.3 FM), or www.stillwaterfpc.org/listenlive

PYG (Youth) meet in the FPC Courtyard from 7:00 - 8:00 pm. Please bring your water bottle

and wear your mask.

- ANNOUNCEMENTS CONTINUED -