We Thank God For . . . .

Percussion…………..Lenny Mlejnek and Mike Pcolar Ushers ………………………… Captain, Kay Henry Phil and Susie Bennett, Larry Henry, Fred Stevens

MINISTERS……….Members of First Presbyterian Church

ELDERS: JoAnn Beaumont, Richard Chappelle,

Max Furbringer, Pat Furbringer,Linda Kuieck,

Jack Merchant, Keith Olson, John Poole, Joe Spielman

DEACONS: Sheryl de Jong, Gloria Goulet, John Goulet,

Diane Harvey, Robert Harvey, Jeff Hughey,

Mary Ann Hughey, Sharon Meola, Frances Merchant,

Briana Molnar, Travis Molnar, Beverly Murphey,

Malcolm Murphey, Don Musa, Kathy Musa,

Ginny Wallace , Nancy Whitman

TRUSTEES: Sam Galloway, Jr., Leigh Hayes,

Pete Kouwenhoven, Jack Merchant, Malcolm Murphey,

Larry Nixon, Betty Olson, Betty Ann Prevatt, Joe Spielman

Nominating Committee 2019: JoAnn Beaumont, Richard Chappelle,

Steve Culbertson, Paul Jenkins, Frances Merchant,

Cathy Pcolar, Nancy Whitman

First Presbyterian Church 2438 Second Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901

239-334-2261 info@fpcfortmyers.org

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First Presbyterian Church of Fort Myers

STAFF Dr. Paul de Jong

Senior Pastor

Rev. Roger Peterson

Minister of Music

Barbara Peterson Church Accompanist

Eddygrace Bernhard Church Organist

Sheryl de Jong Director of Christian Education

Bonnie Lee DiGrazia Administrative Assistant

Jean Ann Gogerty Financial Secretary

Israel Coover

Rebecca Hayes Sound & Projection

T.D. Sua & James Valentino Nursery Care

Coed Adult Classes 9:45 AM Straight Talk with Pastor Paul de Jong Chapel C102

Study: Exodus

Seekers Class Led by John Poole Parlor

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Beginning June 16th, we will be studying the video

series The Reformed Pastor by Ian Hamilton to

see how Jesus has, throughout history, raised up

pastors like Samuel Rutherford and John Calvin to

help the local church conform to the image of Christ

through the means of grace given to us by God.

Consider joining us to learn more about Christ’s care

and shepherding of His flock.

Children & Youth 9:45 AM - Room E107 Nursery Care 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM in Room E105

T.D. Sua, James Valentino and Sheryl de Jong

First Presbyterian Church In the Heart of Fort Myers

Living, sharing, teaching the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.

For Your Convenience

the following services are provided to make your worship with us as meaningful and comfortable as possible.

Enlarged copies of the Order of Worship and hymns are available from our ushers.

Hearing Assistive Equipment is available in the narthex. Ask an usher if you would like to use one.

Whether you are a long time resident, a new-comer or a visitor to the area we hope you will find our church to be a place where you experience communion with God and fellowship with God’s people.

Infant Comfort Room You can comfort your fussy child and still not miss the worship service by asking an usher to escort you to the Parlor where you can watch the service on the big screen TV.

Nursery Our Nursery is available in the Education Wing Room E105 from 9:30 AM - Noon. Children kindergarten aged and under are welcome to stay in the nursery or come with you to the sanctuary during the worship service.

Activity Books and Children’s Bulletins to occupy young minds and hands during worship are available in the narthex. Ask an usher to provide these if needed.

June 23, 2019 Worship 11:00 AM

PRAISE † All His many blessings † Chuck—successful surgery † Family, faith, friends! † Answered prayers

PRAYERS Alex Avery

Harry & Barbara Banfield

Bill Beaumont

Betty Black

Virginia Brown

John Carlo

Dennis Cloud

Steve Culbertson

Del Cunningham

John Digman

Lee Ann Dorn

Faith Dubois

Isabelle Enish

Gloria Goulet

Edith Harlacher

John Hoisington

Pat Hollan

Steve Hollan

Linda Ittner

Louise Ittner

Lem & Pam Lawrence

Lorry Lingner

The family of Mary Ann Maxwell

Phyllis & Ollie Smith

Bonnie Snellen

Robert Strahlendorf

Lois Taylor

Ron Tracy

Harrriett Turner

Esther Waldron Alex, Andy, Anthony, Barb, Belinda, Carole, Cathy, Chris, Dave, Dennis, Earl, Elsa, Gina, Ian, Jackie, Jesse, John, Jordan, Josh, Joy, Kathy, Kimberly, Mackenzie, Mike, Nancy, Nicolette Olivia, Paul, Penny, Sean, Theresa *safe travel for Adam

AT A GLANCE

Tues., June 25th Tuesday Night Bible Study 7:00 PM @ the home of Pastor Paul & Sheryl NO Bible Study during July & August

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Thursday, July 4th BBQ at 3:00 PM Patriotic Music

Bible Study 4:00 PM

Join us on July 4th as Pastor Paul grills chicken and we all gather in Galloway Hall to enjoy great food, music provided by John Goulet, fellowship time, followed by Bible Study at 4:00 PM. Bring a dish to share and SIGN UP TODAY!

KIRK NIGHT

GREAT BANQUET GATHERING

Join us this evening at 6:00 PM for our Great Banquet Gathering. Worship and music in the Sanctuary, followed by a potluck dinner. Everyone is welcome!

We hope everyone has enjoyed the Kirk Night dinners and programs. We will break during July and August to plan new programs and resume again in September. The next Kirk Night dinner and program will be on September 11th. Special thanks to all our karaoke singers on June 12th: Bonnie Chappelle, John Fisher, John Goulet, Gloria Goulet, Jeff Hughey, Mary Ann Hughey, Jane Manning, Jack Merchant, Ruth Moon, Cathy Pcolar, Mike Pcolar, and Nancy Whitman.

Prelude ………………………………….How Majestic Is Your Name Eddygrace Bernhard, Organ Barbara Peterson, Piano

Welcome……………………………………………...Dr. Paul de Jong

* Hymn of Praise………..#2 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Blue prayer cards will be collected during the hymn.

Please pass your card to the usher at this time

* Greeting One Another

* Greeting Song ……………………………..Surely the Presence

Special Music …………………………..I’ve Got Peace Like a River Marlene Dietzel and Ruth Moon, Duet

Scripture Reading: 2 Samuel 15:1-14……………....Patricia Carlo

Unison Prayer of Confession

Assurance of Pardon

Pastoral Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Receiving Our Offerings

Instrumental Offertory …………………..There is a Balm in Gilead

* Doxology & Presentation of Tithes and Offerings

* Hymn of Preparation ……………………...#89 Our Great Savior

*Parting Hymn ……………………………….#202 Amazing Grace Benediction

Postlude

* Please stand if you are able Sermon Notes

Scripture: Galatians 3:7-14 Piano Meditation: Barbara Peterson Sermon: David and Absalom Dr. Paul de Jong

CHANCEL FLOWERS The Chancel flowers today are given to the glory of God by Harriet Hart & Susan Bennett in loving memory of their mother, Marie Curtis.

WORSHIP SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY ~ June 23, 2019

4:00 PM

chicken and we all gather in Galloway Hall