THIS WEEK, IN OUR PRAYERS:
* the church at work in: Russia; Armenia; Central Asia
* the Presbyterian Church: Perry Valley (Millerstown);
Rev. Nancy McClure
* our congregation (at random): Rick, Lucy, Emily, Jack &
Elizabeth Zander; Brian, Heather, Brianna & Aidan Metzger;
Bridger, Kelly, Will & Samuel Thompson
THIS WEEK, IN THE LIFE OF THE CHURCH:
-- Monday, Oct. 14: Columbus Day; church office closed
-- Monday, Oct. 14, 7 PM: “Space for God” group
-- Wednesday, Oct. 16, 7 PM: Choir rehearsal
-- Saturday, Oct. 19, 9 AM - 2 PM: PW Fall Gathering at
Camp Hill PC; Theme: “Making Changes That Last”
NEXT SUNDAY…..….29th Sunday in Ordinary Time……..Oct.20th
~ 9:15 AM: Prayer, in the sanctuary
~ 9:30 AM: Education hour; classes for all!
~ 10:45 AM: Mission Sunday! (see below) A worship service
will be held for those not participating in a mission activity.
~ After worship: Following your mission activity work or
morning worship, remain for a time of fellowship and enjoy
the sub sandwiches you purchased from the Deacons. Drinks
will be provided.
MISSION SUNDAY OPPORTUNITIES! Next Sunday during the
9:30 AM education hour, the church (and off-site spots) will be
abuzz with activities in support of MISSION. A sign-up sheet is
posted in Fellowship Hall. Please sign up today!
 “Tool Time” (work at a Habitat for Humanity site, TBD)
 “Dining Scarves” (sew for Forest Park residents)
 “Cold Weather Care Kits (prepare items for Carlisle CARES)
 “Winter Clothes Donation” (sort clothes for Project SHARE)
 “Supporting our Littlest Ones” (prepare packets of
books/hats for newborns at Carlisle RMC; and items for
use by ill children via “Caitlin’s Smiles”)
 “Remembering Those Before Us” (work on grounds at
Meeting House Cemetery; wear work clothes)
 “My Brother’s Table” (prepare meals)
 “Church Upkeep” (wear old clothes for inside/outside jobs)
DEACONS’ SUB SALE. The subs you ordered from the Deacons
will be delivered just in time for you to remain in Fellowship
Hall and enjoy them for lunch (beverages provide) following
your mission work. All proceeds of this sale go to the purchase
of infant formula to donate to Project SHARE. Thanks!
First Presbyterian Church
HOMEMADE LAUNDRY SOAP. Stop by Fellowship Hall today and
purchase special laundry soap made by the ladies of the church.
Proceeds support Project SHARE’s infant formula program.
On the Square
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
HYMN NOTES:
♫ The text of our opening hymn was written by Walter Chalmers Smith
(1824-1908). Born in Aberdeen, Scotland, he was ordained in 1850,
and was moderator of the Free Church of Scotland in 1893—it’s 50th
anniversary year. The tune ST. DENIO is a Welsh folk melody from the
early 19th century.
♫ William Williams, known as the “Isaac Watts of Wales,” wrote the
text of our second hymn. Full of biblical imagery, it was published in
1745. The tune CWM RHONDDA, written by John Hughes (18731932), was used as the setting for “Angels, from the Realms of Glory”.
♫ The text of today’s closing hymn is striking in its forthright-ness and
its recollection of the biblical “call” texts. The tone seems to suggest
Jesus calling disciples (Mark 1:16-20). It is set to the Scottish
traditional tune KELVINGROVE.
Order for Worship
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 13, 2013
10:45 AM
GATHERING
PRELUDES
The Cathedral Suite
Young
Praeludium
Allemande
Toccata
GREETING and ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Lord be with you. And also with you.
(Please sign and pass the pew registration pads.)
Aria
Rev. Rebecca Kiser, Interim Minister
Debby Madden, Director of Educational Ministry
Arthur Thompson, Organist
Susan Shuey, Choir Director
Avis Allen, Administrative Secretary
Jack Sprecher, Sexton
Church Administrative Office Hours: M, W, F, 9-2
Phone: 243-4612; E-mail: fpcarl@pa.net
Rev. Kiser: rkiser.fpcarl@pa.net
Debby Madden: dmadden.fpcarl@pa.net
Website: www.firstprescarlisle.com
LARGE-PRINT & YOUTH BULLETINS & CHILDREN’S WORSHIP
FOLDERS ARE AVAILABLE. AN USHER CAN ASSIST YOU.
* CALL TO WORSHIP
(Ps. 66: 1–12; Ps. 111)
Come and see the wonders of God!
The sea became dry land and the exiles were
saved.
Come and see the wonders of God!
The works of the Lord’s hands are truth and
justice.
Come and see the wonders of God!
We worship the Lord, who sent redemption to the
people, and has ordained the holy covenant forever.
* HYMN #263
“Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise”
* CONFESSION OF SIN
“You Raise Me Up”
Lovland
Josh Tittle and Megan Kough, vocalists
(After this, children thru grade 3 may depart for Children’s Church.)
O Lord:
In a world where many are lonely, we thank you for
our friendships.
In a world where many are captives, we thank you
for our freedom.
We pray that you will enlarge our sympathy, deepen
our compassion, and give us grateful hearts.
(silent confession of sin . . . )
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayers. Amen.
* ASSURANCE OF PARDON
(2 Tim. 1: 8–9) The
grace given us, before the ages began, is
revealed in our Savior Christ Jesus, who has
abolished death and brought life and immortality to
light.
God has saved us and called us with a holy calling,
not according to our works but according to God’s
own purpose and grace.
* RESPONSE #49 (G)
ANTHEM
“Create in Me a Clean Heart”
PROCLAIMING
PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION
CHILDREN’S TIME “Teaching Timothy” Debby Madden
(After this, nursery aged children may depart for the nursery.)
OLD TESTAMENT READING Jeremiah 27: 1-7 (p. 729)
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
NEW TESTAMENT READING
2 Timothy 2: 1-18 (p. 212)
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
SERMON
“God’s Unchained Word”
Rev. Kiser
* THE PEACE of Christ be with you.
And also with you.
(Exchange a word of peace with one another.)
* CHARGE & BLESSING
* RESPONSE #586
* POSTLUDE
SILENT MEDITATION
* HYMN #281
“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah”
The Cathedral Suite
Rigaudon
“Amen”
Young
* indicates please stand if able
(G) indicates use green song book “Sing! a new creation”
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE -- #202 (G) (read responsively)
GIVING THANKS
OFFERING OURSELVES
OFFERTORY
The Cathedral Suite
Young
Sarabande
* RESPONSE - #591
Doxology
“Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Christ, all people here below;
Praise Holy Spirit evermore;
Praise Triune God, whom we adore. Amen.”
* PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
God of Abundance, we are grateful for your goodness and
blessing given to us. Thank you for this opportunity to
share in giving, like you, of goodness and blessing.
Especially we thank you for the work of Jesus, and that we
also can share that blessing with others as we go. Teach
us more of your open hands, so we may be more like you.
We pray in Jesus’ name, Amen.
SENDING
* HYMN #267 (G)
“Will You Come and Follow Me”
AFTER WORSHIP, enjoy conversation and refreshments
in Fellowship Hall. The Prayer Community meets.
THE FLOWERS are given to the glory of God and in loving
memory of Walter and Laura Stuart by the George and
Henry Stuart Trust.
SERVING TODAY:
Reader: Dennis Rydberg
Ushers: Elizabeth Martin; Peggy MeKeehen; Deborah
Sweaney; Kathy Romberger
Nursery: Nicole & Jeff Alleman
Children’s Church: Candy Gulotta
Fellowship Hosts: Lynne Hofferica & Diane Carvell
Flowers: Jean Thompson (chair); Lois Lloyd; Bertie Stoops
Taping: Ray Thomas
Counters: Ann Gottlieb; Sylvia Thompson; Chris Carvell
Sunday School Teachers:
~ “The Story for Little Ones” (age 3 thru Kindergarten):
Barb Crum & Lynne Hofferica
~ “Feasting on the Word” (grades 1-3): Bob Davis
~ “Feasting on the Word” (grades 4-5): Barb Allen &
RuthAnn Shoenfelt;
~ “Confirmation Class” (grade 6 & up): Debby Madden
~ “Music for the Soul” (adults): Art Thompson; Susan Shuey;
Molly Shane