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First United Presbyterian Church

6th Sunday of Easter M a y 2 9 , 2 0 1 1

O p e n H e a r t s , O p e n M i n d s , O p e n D o o r s

Thought for MeditationOn the one hand we must accept the finite disappointment, but in spite of this we must maintain theinfinite hope. This is the only way that we will be able to live without the fatigue of bitterness and thedrain of resentment.

- Martin Luther King, Jr.

(*Please stand in body or in spirit)

We Gather In Gods NamePRELUDE Trio from Symphony in E-flat W.A. Mozart

Words of Welcome and Signing of Friendship PadsPlease add your name to the pad you will find at the end of each pew and pass it along your row so that we

can know each other by name.

*Call to Worship Psalm 66:8-9,16-20

Bless our God, O peoples, let the sound of Gods praise be heard,God has kept us among the living, and has not let our feet slip.Come and hear, all you who fear God, and I will tell what God has done for me.

I cried aloud, and extolled God with my tongue.If I had cherished iniquity in my heart, the Lord would not have listened.But truly God has listened; God has given heed to the words of my prayer.Blessed be God, who has not rejected my prayer or removed steadfast love from me.Let us worship God!

*Hymn Hail the Day that Sees Christ Rise LLANFAIRVerse 1: AllVerse 2: Treble Voices (Generally women and children)Verse 3: Choir Verse 4: All


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Words: Anonymous Music: Robert Williams (1781-1821) Words and Music: Public Domain


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Call to Confession

It is a gracious God who allows us to approach in prayer, and greets our honest confessions with thepromise of forgiveness. With humility and confidence, let us offer our prayers, first speaking themtogether, then in silence.

Prayer of Confession

Gracious God, you welcome us as we are, but we admit that we are great pretenders, even withyou. We pretend we are strong when weakness pervades our souls. We pretend we have hopewhen our lives are in despair. We pretend we are yours when we have allegiances to other godsand powers. Give us the courage to repent of our pretense, so we may joyfully reenter your realm of hope. Amen.

The Gift of Forgiveness

Now that you have purified your souls by your obedience to the truthlove one another deeply fromthe heart.We have been born anewthrough the living and enduring word of God.Friends, believe the Good News of the Gospel. In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.

*PeaceSince God has forgiven us in Jesus Christ, let us forgive one another. The peace of Christ be with you all.And also with you.

Worshippers are invited to greet one another with the words,The peace of Christ be with you.

We Proclaim Gods Word

Time for ChildrenChildren may pick up clipboards at the front of the sanctuary after the prayer and announcements. Please return

them to their boxes after worship.

Anthem If Ye Love Me Thomas TallisIf ye love me, keep my commandments,and I will pray the Father,and he shall give you another comforter.That he may abide with you forever,even the spirit of truth.

Prayer of Illumination

Scripture Lessons

Lesson from the Epistle I Peter 3:13-22 N.T. page 234Lesson from the Gospel John 14:15-21 N.T. page 109


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Sermon Accounting for Hope*Hymn - #376 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling HYFRYDOL Verses 1 and 4

* Affirmation of Faith "Spirit" section of Brief Statement of Faith, PCUSA

We trust in God the Holy Spirit, everywhere the giver and renewer of life. The Spirit justifies usby grace through faith, sets us free to accept ourselves and to love God and neighbor, andbinds us together with all believers in the one body of Christ, the Church.The same Spirit who inspired the prophets and apostles rules our faith and life in Christ throughScripture, engages us through the Word proclaimed, claims us in the waters of baptism, feedsus with the bread of life and the cup of salvation, and calls women and men to all ministries of the church. In a broken and fearful world the Spirit gives us courage to pray without ceasing, towitness among all peoples to Christ as Lord and Savior, to unmask idolatries in Church andculture, to hear the voices of peoples long silenced, and to work with others for justice,freedom, and peace. In gratitude to God, empowered by the Spirit, we strive to serve Christ inour daily tasks and to live holy and joyful lives, even as we watch for God's new heaven and

new earth,praying, Come, Lord Jesus!

We Respond to Gods Word

Offering Our Gifts and Ourselves

Offertory*Response # 591 Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow OLD HUNDRETH

*Prayer of Dedication

We hear the voice of Jesus the Shepherd, O God, and seek to follow his course for our lives. Webring our gifts now before you as results of our search. Accept them and use them so thatothers may join in the quest. Bring others to the gates of your promised land, and let them hear you calling them to come, enter in. Amen.

The Eucharist

The Invitation

Great Prayer of Thanksgiving & The Lords Prayer 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.It is truly right

Our Father


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Distribution of the Elements

Communion Hymn Communion Hymn: Alleluia HONDURAN TRADITIONALVerses 1 through 4

Verse 2: Alleluia. Alleluia. (3x)Christ, the first-fruits from the grave.

Verse 4: Alleluia. Alleluia. (3x)Glory, love, and praise to God.

Verse 3: Alleluia. Alleluia. (3x)Christ has given us new life.

Text & Music: Honduras; Arr. John L. Bell Arr. 1995, WGRG the Iona Community (Scotland) Admin. GIA Publications, Inc.

Prayer after Communion

Strengthened for our faith journey with the bread of life, let us offer a prayer of hope:Almighty and merciful God, you made the disciples glad by the sight of the risen Lord. As he

has come to us in this meal, remind us that he is always with us, and that we now share in our resurrection hope. Amen.


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We Go in Gods Name

*Hymn Go to the World SINE NOMINE

*Charge and Blessing

Postlude Minuet from Symphony in E-flat W. A. Mozart All are invited to remain for a time of fellowship and refreshment.

The flowers this morning are provided by Courtney and John Savaria given to the glory of God and incelebration of being a part of this church family to whom we are grateful for your support during thistime and we ask that you continue prayers of strength and encouragement for our family.


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The Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song has requested that First United be a periodictesting site for hymns and songs that are being considered for inclusion in the new PresbyterianHymnal that is being developed. Go to the World was sent to us by the Committee.

Todays reader: Sue Steele

Upcoming Readers:June 5 Chandlee Gill, June 12 Dale Golden

Next Weeks Sermon Topic:June 5 Preparing for the Promise. Scripture Readings: Acts 1:1-11; Psalm 93; Ephesians 1:15-23;Luke 24:44-53

Prayers of the People May 22, 2011

Prayers for Carol Harrington as she awaits the results of her test (health related). Prayers for Leslie Kellys daughter Krista and her baby girl who are both in Albany Medical

Center. From Shirley Bowes Prayers for 45 yr. old Terry fighting lung cancer which has spread to her

brain.

ANNOUNCEMENTSWelcome To First United! It is a joy that you have chosen to enrich this worshipping community withyour presence this morning. We hope you find a spiritual home here, a place of love, support andservice. Following worship, you are cordially invited to gather with the community for a time of refreshment and conversation in Fellowship Hall.

Special Thanks to our Coffee Hour Hosts for today!!!May 29 Bonnie Kerr

Please sign up and share in creating our fellowship time. Questions? Call Don Lutz 283-6920

AROUND TOWN AND AT FUPC!

Josephs House Meals - FUPC will be providing meals for Joseph's House the weekend of June 4and 5. If you are interested in donating money or food, or helping out in the kitchen, please seeMartha Juenger. There will be a shopping list to follow for those who would like to purchase food items.Thanks to all for your help on this.

Capital Pride Parade - Sunday, June 12 th Starting at noon in Washington Park, Albany. Festivitiescontinue in the park following the parade. Join us! A group will be leaving from FUPC. For information, directions and carpooling call Laura Rogers at 783-7472

Bible Study Every Wednesday Night at 6:30 : Bible Study conducted by Interim Pastor JacquelynPinkowski in the Rose Room. The focus will be on the scriptures for the following Sundays scripturelessons.

Pentecost Service and Potluck on June 12 - The Worship Team invites everyone to make apinwheel on May 29 and June 5 in Fellowship Hall in preparation for our Pentecost service on June 12.On Pentecost Sunday, please wear something red, orange, or yellow. Plan to stay after worship for apotluck luncheon. Bring a salad, main dish or dessert that will serve 8-10, beverages will be provided.


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Sign up in Fellowship Hall on May 29 or June 2 at the pinwheel table or call your reservation in to thechurch office at 272-2771.

MUSIC NEWS!

Festival Celebration Choir in Concert: The Magic of Mendelssohn, St. Pius X Church, Loudonville,(23 Crumitie Rd.), June 5, 3:00 pm. Mendelssohns String Quartet No. 2 in a minor , Hear My Prayer,and cantata portion of Symphony No. 2 (Lobgesang) , accompanied by Andrew Krystopolski, organ andthe Hyperion String Quartet. Soloists: Seiji Akera, Michael Lister, Paula McNulty, Claire LouiseStadtmueller. Conducted by Maury A. Castro. Come hear several of your church choir members in thismass choir event! $15/$10. www.festivalcelebrationchoir.org

Troy Children's Chorus Spring Finale. Saturday, June 11, 6:30 pm. This concert will take place at Bush Memorial Auditorium, Sage College (65 1st St.) . The final concert of the year, this is sure to be amoving evening! Performing in the resonant and historic Bush Memorial Hall on the Campus of SageCollege, the chorus will present a variety of selections including classical, folk, and world music.Reception to follow. Concert is free with donations accepted. www.troychildrenschorus.org

3nd Annual Troy Music Day Camp. Do you want to introduce your child to the world of music in afun-filled environment? Or perhaps you want to strengthen your childs already-developed musicalfoundation? Troy Music Day Camp is for you! This camp, which runs at First United from June 27 July 8 (two weeks this year!), will give your child a variety of fun-filled learning experiences associatedwith music such as singing, dancing, introductions to a variety of instruments and composers, fieldtrips, guest musicians, and more. The camp is open to children entering grades 1-6. The program dayruns from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with extensions to 7:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. If you are interested inregistering, please pick up a registration brochure at church or go to www.unitedprestroy.org to find adownloadable form there.

FAITH EDUCATION NEWS!

CHILDRENS FAITH ED No Childrens Faith Education today. Children will remain in service.

Hygiene KitsThank you to everyone for their contributions. We are still in need of toothbrushes and nail clippers tocomplete about 8 more kits.June 5 Recognition of students and teachers during service.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: SAVE THE DATES , August 1-4, 5:30-8:00pm (open to childrenentering K-6 in the Fall)ADULT EDUCATIONAdult Education Classes are out for the summer and will resume in September.

Mission Opportunity North Parish Housing Ministry (NPHM) is a ministry of mission at the EastwardPresbyterian Church in Farmington, ME. Volunteers provide labor for home repairs and renovations inthis beautiful but economically depressed area of western ME. Our mission today continues whatbeganover a half century ago, to reach the last house on the last road. Projects range from very basiccarpentry to major renovations. NPHM requests a fee of $195 per volunteer to help cover costs of materials and staff. Rev. Donna Elia is trying t put together a group of young people for this mission. If interested please contact Leslie Kelly.


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WEEKLY CALENDAR

Sunday, May 299:00 AM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Fellowship Hall 10:00 AM Worship Fellowship Hall 11:00 AM Refreshments Fellowship Hall 7:30 PM NA Group Meeting Fellowship Hall

Tuesday, May 313:45 PM Troy Childrens Chorus Rose Room6:30 PM Session Fellowship Hall

Wednesday, June 16:30 PM Bible Study Fellowship Hall

Thursday, June 2 7:00 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Rose Room

Friday, June 37:00 PM Katelyn Steele Recital Fellowship Hall

Saturday, June 410:00 AM AA Meeting 2 nd Floor

Sunday, June 5 9:00 AM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Fellowship Hall 10:00 AM Worship Fellowship Hall

11:00 AM Refreshments Fellowship Hall 7:30 PM NA Group Meeting Fellowship Hall


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The First United Presbyterian Church of Troy1915 Fifth Avenue, Troy, New York 12180

Phone: (518) 272-2771 / Fax: (518) 266-9483E-mail: [email protected] / www.unitedprestroy.org

Office hours Monday thru Thursday, 9 AM to 2 PM

Where People with Differences Unite in Christ

Our Mission Statement

Together, we worship God through Christ and explore all dimensions of life in the Spirit;To demonstrate Gods inclusive love, we seek to heal wounds and care for Gods creation;

To serve God in the world, we work for peace and justice.

Our Statement of Inclusive Ministry

We invite all people of every background, condition, and orientationinto the full fellowship, ministry and mission of Gods Good News in Jesus Christ.

All who join the church are extended the full privileges of membership,are challenged to lead lives of Christian discipleship,

and are eligible to be considered for church office.First United Presbyterian Church Officers for 2011, 2012 & 2013

The SessionModerator - The Reverend Jacquelyn Pinkowski

Class of 2011: Debbie Brown, Sue Steele, Courtney Savaria, Karen HarpeClass of 2012: John Buckley, Pat Carlson, Peg Drew, Chandlee Gill

Class of 2013: David Lanoue, Bonnie McCaig, Dan Rogers, Trudi Wybourn

The Board of DeaconsClass of 2011: Martha Juenger, Don Lutz,

Marsha Mintz-Botsford, Pat RudebushClass of 2012: Bob Harrington, Bonnie Kerr, Carol Harrington, Claudia Schwendeman

Class of 2013: Shirley Bowes, Steven Paul Bowes II, Dana Parker, Shirley StreetPastor: Jacquelyn Pinkowski

Minister of Music: Maury A. CastroCoordinator of Educational Ministries: Leslie M. Kelly

Financial Analyst: Carlie DAnnunzio Administrative Assistant: Carla Fisk

Troy Childrens Chorus Accompanist Intern: Maria Elmer

For pastoral emergencies call (518) 279-7401 or (406)794-9360or email [email protected]

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