FFICE THE PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

THE OLD TESTAMENT READING: Proverbs 1:1-9 ..................... (Congregation Right p. 717 Left p. 584)

♦THE PASSING OF THE PEACE (Spoken Responsively)

LEADER: The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. PEOPLE: And also with you.

(Children in Grades K-5 are invited to attend Children's Church)

THE MINUTE FOR STEWARDSHIP ................................................................................ Susan Harman Scott

~ The Word of the Lord ~

THE PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION ............................................................................... Ben Cahoon, Liturgist

THE FIRST SCRIPTURE LESSON: Job 2: 1-13 ............................................................... Ben Cahoon, Liturgist

One day the heavenly beings came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan also came among them to present himself before the Lord. The Lord said to Satan, “Where have you come from?” Satan answered the Lord, “From going to and fro on the earth, and from walking up and down on it.” The Lord said to Satan, “Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one like him on the earth, a blameless and upright man who fears God and turns away from evil. He still persists in his integrity, although you incited me against him, to destroy him for no reason.” Then Satan answered the Lord, “Skin for skin! All that people have they will give to save their lives. But stretch out your hand now and touch his bone and his flesh, and he will curse you to your face.” The Lord said to Satan, “Very well, he is in your power; only spare his life.” So Satan went out from the presence of the Lord, and inflicted loathsome sores on Job from the sole of his foot to the crown of his head. Job took a potsherd with which to scrape himself, and sat among the ashes. Then his wife said to him, “Do you still persist in your integrity? Curse God, and die.” But he said to her, “You speak as any foolish woman would speak. Shall we receive the good at the hand of God, and not receive the bad?” In all this Job did not sin with his lips. Now when Job’s three friends heard of all these troubles that had come upon him, each of them set out from his home—Eliphaz the Temanite, Bildad the Shuhite, and Zophar the Naamathite. They met together to go and console and comfort him. When they saw him from a distance, they did not recognize him, and they raised their voices and wept aloud; they tore their robes and threw dust in the air upon their heads. They sat with him on the ground seven days and seven nights, and no one spoke a word to him, for they saw that his suffering was very great.

THE CHORAL ANTHEM: "Here Am I, Send Me" .............................................................. arr. John Purifoy The Sanctuary Choir

THE SECOND SCRIPTURE LESSON: Job 38: 1-7 & 42: 1-6 ...................................... The Rev. Dr. Jody Moore

Then the Lord answered Job out of the whirlwind: “Who is this that darkens counsel by words without knowledge? Gird up your loins like a man, I will question you, and you shall declare to me. “Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding. Who determined its measurements—surely you know! Or who stretched the line upon it? On what were its bases sunk, or who laid its cornerstone when the morning stars sang together and all the heavenly beings shouted for joy?

Then Job answered the Lord: “I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted. ‘Who is this that hides counsel without knowledge? Therefore I have uttered what I did not understand, things too wonderful for me, which I did not know. ‘Hear, and I will speak; I will question you, and you declare to me.’ I had heard of you by the hearing of the ear, but now my eye sees you; therefore I despise myself, and repent in dust and ashes.”

One: This is the Word of the Lord. ALL: Thanks be to God.

THE SERMON: “Questions about Suffering” ................................................... The Rev. Dr. Jody Moore

~ We Respond to the Word ~

♦THE HYMN NO. 792: “There Is a Balm in Gilead” ................................................................ BALM IN GILEAD

Welcome!

We would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to Outer Banks Presbyterian Church!

Visitors will find a guest card in the Bible holders in the chairs ahead. We welcome you and ask that you fill out the card and drop it in the collection plate as it is passed.

SCRIPTURES TO HELP YOU ON THE PITCHER’S MOUND

Philippians 2:13 Colossians 1:11 Colossians 1:29

2 Thessalonians 1:11 2 Timothy 1:7 James 5:16

♦THE AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (Spoken in Unison)

We believe God is our creator and has promised to love us always. We believe Jesus Christ, fully God and fully human, is God’s promise living among us. He experienced all the pain and joy and challenges of human life. God’s forgiving love was revealed to us when Jesus suffered death on the cross. He came back to new life and has promised us new life in unity with God. We believe the Holy Spirit is God’s promise touching our spirits, guiding us: even through the darkest and most difficult moments of our lives. We believe God is among us in community. Mysterious, yet very real, God promises to be with us always, even to the end of the age.

THE PASTORAL PRAYER & THE LORD'S PRAYER (Spoken in Unison)

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, the power and the glory forever. Amen.

THE OFFERING OF GIFTS .............................................................................................. Nonie Booth, Greeting Elder

THE PIANO OFFERTORY: “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” ............................................................... arr. Bill Wolaver

♦ THE DOXOLOGY NO. 606: “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” ........................................ OLD HUNDREDTH

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise him, all creatures here below; Praise him above, ye heavenly host;

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

♦THE PRAYER OF DEDICATION ...................................................................................... Nonie Booth, Greeting Elder

~ We Go Forth in Jesus’ Name ~

♦THE HYMN OF SENDING NO. 834: “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” ...................................................... PRECIOUS LORD

♦THE CHARGE & BENEDICTION

♦THE CLOSING RESPONSE: "May the Lord, Gracious Lord” ....................................................................... Unknown The Sanctuary Choir & Congregation

May the Lord gracious Lord, bless and keep us forever. Let us be more like thee in our every endeavor. Holy Spirit, Eternal God, this we pray together.

May the Lord, gracious Lord, bless and keep us forever.

THE ORGAN POSTLUDE: “Fanfare” ............................................................................ Jacques Lemmens (1883-1881)

All lyrics printed with permission granted by CCLI#2728243

THOSE SERVING IN WORSHIP

This Week October 11, 2015

Elder: Nonie Booth Liturgist: Ben Cahoon

Coffee Hour: Outreach & Witness Children's Church: Barbara Hardy

& Warren Davis

Next Week October 18, 2015

Elder: Jim Perry Liturgist: Nonie Booth Coffee Hour: Worship

Children's Church: Ben/Melanie Cahoon

UPCOMING FLOWER SCHEDULE

October 18 . Tom & Marilyn Smith October 25 .. John & Evelyn Webb

UPCOMING COFFEE HOUR SCHEDULE

October 18 ..................... Worship October 25 ............. Martie/Webb

SANCTUARY FLOWERS

The flowers are placed in the sanctuary this morning by Buzz and Ann Boyd in honor of Buzz's birthday on October 14.

Welcome to Outer Banks Presbyterian!

We thank you for worshipping with us this morning! We hope that you will join us in the Gathering Space following the service for our Coffee Hour so that we may get to know you better.

We also invite you to check out our Visitor’s Center, located in the Gathering Space, to learn more about our church and receive a gift as a token of our appreciation for visiting with us today!

Also, there is a nursery available for your convenience should you need one and there is Children’s Church for children in elementary school following the passing of the peace. Again, we are glad you are here and hope you will enjoy your worship experience with us and hope that you will return as often as you are able!

Outer Banks Presbyterian Church

Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

October 11, 2015 | 10:00 am

As people enter the Sanctuary they are encouraged to greet one another and share the gifts of

friendship and love. When the prelude begins, all are invited to begin personal preparation for

worship. As a kindness to fellow worshippers, please silence all electronic devices.

~ We Gather Together as God's People ~

THE ORGAN PRELUDE: “Great is Thy Faithfulness” ............................................... arr. Dan Miller

THE WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (Please pass the friendship pad)

♦THE CONGREGATIONAL INTROIT NO. 664: "Morning Has Broken” (Verses 1 & 2) ................. BUNESSAN The Sanctuary Choir & Congregation

♦THE CALL TO WORSHIP (Spoken responsively) ............................................................... Ben Cahoon, Liturgist

ONE: To my sisters and brothers, I will tell of your glory, O God.

ALL: O Lord our God, how majestic is your name!

ONE: In the great congregation, I will sing your praise:

ALL: O Lord our God, how majestic is your name!

♦THE OPENING PRAYER .......................................................................................... Ben Cahoon, Liturgist

♦THE HYMN OF PRAISE NO. 726 “Will You Come and Follow Me”.................................. KELVINGROVE

THE PRAYER OF CONFESSION (Spoken in unison)

O Jesus Christ, teacher and healer, you hear the cries of those whom others would silence. Forgive us when we do not pay attention to the needs of our neighbors near and far. Teach us to hear and respond to the voices that others ignore. Give us compassion for the plight of others. Through the power of your Spirit, enable us to heal the afflicted and to welcome the abandoned for your sake.

THE SILENT PRAYER OF CONFESSION

THE DECLARATION OF PARDON

♦THE GLORIA NO. 581: “Glory be to the Father” ....................................................................... 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, amen.

Vital Signs

October 4 ....................... $9,777.00 Total for October ........... $9,777.00 Pennies for Hunger ............. $61.55

Attendance

October 4 ................................. 120

Welcome!

Welcome to the Outer Banks Presbyterian Church. Our Church exists to worship God in Jesus Christ in Word and Sacrament; to join others to know the joy of God’s forgiveness in Jesus Christ; to grow under the Lordship of Christ and to serve Christ’s world in His name. We invite you to share with us our trust in Jesus Christ and to join us as we strive to:

Grow and strengthen our FAITH,

Love and support our FAMILY,

Reach out to our FRIENDS in need.

We encourage you to read “Sue’s Story,” the inspiration behind these goals in its entirety, on our website, on a brochure in the Gathering Space or on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall. We hope you will be inspired as we have been.

At OBPC, we recognize all our visitors as God’s children, united as brothers and sisters in Christ. We hope our service inspires you and strengthens your faith. We hope you will join us again in celebration and worship to God. If you are interested in becoming a member or would like to know more about our church and our programs, please contact us!

The Church Staff

The Rev. Dr. Joseph "Jody" G. Moore .................................................................................................Pastor Jason K. Evans ................................................................................... Director of Music Ministries/Organist Donna L. Frye .................................................................................................................... Church Secretary Hollie Writtenberry-Lewis ................................... Director of Youth, Children and Young Family Ministries Heather Day ..................................................................................................................... Nursery Caregiver Brenda Feury ...................................................................................................................................... Sexton

The Session Bev Jones, Clerk of Session

Outer Banks Presbyterian Church www.outerbankspresbyterian.org

907 S. Croatan Highway Phone: (252) 441-5897 P.O. Box 2199 Email: office@outerbankspresbyterian.org Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Class of 2015

Jeanne Martie 441-8608

John Webb 255-1085

Fred Gauvreau 491-2633

Class of 2016

Melanie Cahoon 441-7490

Judy Whittle 255-0705

Jim Perry 202-3051

Class of 2017

Nonie Booth 261-6058

Melinda Mogowski 441-7195

Kathryn Lamb 441-6400

Our church believes providing worship for visitors is a vital part of our mission. Our building was planned to accommodate the many visitors who come to this vacation community. This places an additional financial challenge on our resident membership. We need and welcome financial support from our visitors.

Receiving Treasurer

Becky DeSanto (252-480-0724) 225 Bays Edge Dr. #27 Nags Head, NC 27959

Disbursing Treasurer Jeanne Martie (441-8608)

209 Eagle Dr. Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

This Week at OBPC

Sunday, October 11, 2015

9:00 am ...................... Sunday School 10:00 am ............... Morning Worship 3:00 pm ........................... Stamp Club 4:00 pm .................... Sanctuary Choir 5:00 pm ........................ Youth Group

Monday, October 12, 2015

7:00 am ....................................... A.A. 10:00 am ..................................... A.A. 2:00 pm .......... Class of 2018 Meeting 6:30 pm ............................ Boy Scouts

Tuesday October 13, 2015

7:00 am ....................................... A.A. 9:30 am ........................ Faith Knitters 10:00 am ..................................... A.A. 6:30 pm ........ Stated Session Meeting 6:30 pm ............................ Cub Scouts

Wednesday, October 14, 2015

7:00 am ....................................... A.A. 10:00 am ..................................... A.A. 4:00 pm ............................ Girl Scouts 6:00 pm .................... Sanctuary Choir 6:30 pm ............. Adult Evening Study 7:30 pm ................ Jubilate Handbells

Thursday, October 15, 2015

7:00 am ....................................... A.A. 10:00 am ..................................... A.A. 12:00 pm ......... Third Thursday Lunch 2:00 pm ......... Finishing Well Seminar

Friday, October 16, 2015

7:00 am ....................................... A.A. 8:00 am ................ Men’s Bible Study 10:00 am ..................................... A.A.

Saturday, October 17, 2015

7:00 am ....................................... A.A. 10:00 am ..................................... A.A.

Sunday, October 18, 2015

9:00 am ...................... Sunday School 10:00 am ............... Morning Worship 4:00 pm .................... Sanctuary Choir 5:00 pm ......................... Youth Group

♦ = Congregation Standing as Able

= Appropriate times to be Seated when Arriving After Service Begins