We Thank God For . . . .

Percussion…………...Lenny Mlejnek and Mike Pcolar Ushers ………………………...Captain, Bill Gilliland

Patricia Carlo, Roseanne Constantinople, Doris Gilliland, Keith Olson, Anne Vondracek

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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What was the Apostle Paul’s secret to contentment in plenty and want, and how do we cultivate that in our lives? Come join us as we view and discuss the video series by Melissa Kruger on contentment. Melissa is the coordinator of women’s ministry at Uptown Church in Charlotte , and author of many books. She blogs at the Gospel Coalition.

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.

September 1, 2019 Worship 11:00 AM

And he took

bread, and gave

thanks, and broke it, and gave unto them saying,

This is my body which is given for you; do this

in remembrance of me.

Luke 22:19

PRAISE † His grace and power † New great grand-niece, born on August 21, 2019! † Enjoyed the movie Overcomer and being with church family † JoAnn Beaumont PRAYERS Alex Avery Betty Black Robert Brockwell Barbara Brouer Virginia Brown Carole Coats Doris Collins Steve Culbertson Maria de Jong John Digman Nathan Dubois Joan Farrelly Max Furbringer Tom Gantt Gloria Goulet Edith Harlacher Winnie Hoffmann Randy Hubbard Linda Ittner Louise Ittner Mary Lou Jarvis Pete Kouwenhoven Lem & Pam Lawrence Lorry Lingner Eleanor Marianne Masich Maralynn McCurdy Ken Mendenhall Lenny Mlejnek Betty Olson Tricia Piper Malinda Sever Phyllis & Ollie Smith Robert Strahlendorf Lois Taylor Ron Tracy Wayne Vannetta Quinn Vickery David Wadlington Nancy Whitman Betty, Chris, Don, Ian, Jackie, Jeff, Jesse, Joe, Jordan, Maria, Marsha, Mike, Nancy, Penny, Sandra, Scott, Theresa, Wendy

KIRK NIGHT DINNER

Sign up TODAY for the Fall Fellowship Festival on September 8th after worship!

Fun for all ages!! Bring a friend, bring a neighbor, bring the grandkids!

The Deacons will provide rotisserie chicken and beverages.

Bring a Dish to share!

Please be aware that the bread in the center of the plate used to serve

communion contains gluten free bread for anyone on a restricted diet.

WELCOME!

Sign up TODAY for the next Kirk Night Dinner & Program on September 11th at 5:00 PM

MENU: Chicken casserole, vegetables, rolls and dessert

PROGRAM What changed from September 10, 2001 to September 12, 2001 and the days that followed. Panel discussion with those in public service, family health and Christianity.

WOMEN’S CONFERENCE

See Bonnie in the Church Office for Tickets $20

Prelude ……………………………………..Great Is Thy Faithfulness Eddygrace Bernhard, Organ

Barbara Peterson, Piano

Welcome………………………………………...Rev. Roger Peterson

* Hymn of Praise…………#64 All Creatures of Our God and King Joe Lemmen, Worship Leader

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 …………………..There’s Within My Heart a Melody

Linda Digman, Sue Grimes, Jane Manning, Ruth Moon, Pati Sempsrott, Pamela Turner

Scripture Reading: Psalm 146………………………..Donna Billins Unison Prayer of Confession Assurance of Pardon

Pastoral Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer Receiving Our Offerings Offertory Special Music …………………..Jesus, Lover of My Soul

* Doxology & Presentation of Tithes and Offerings

* Hymn of Preparation………………#493 It Is Well with My Soul

Sacrament of Holy Communion

*The Apostles’ Creed

*Parting Hymn …………………………….#282 The Family of God Benediction Postlude

* Please stand if you are able Sermon Notes

Scripture: Acts 16:16- 34 Piano Meditation: Barbara Peterson Sermon: The Power of a Hymn Rev. Roger Peterson

CHANCEL FLOWERS The Chancel flowers today are given to the glory of God by Mary Lee Brooks in loving memory

of her husband, Dr. Harry Brooks.

WORSHIP SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY ~ September 1, 2019

Fun for all ages!! Bring a friend,

bring a neighbor, bring the grandkids! The Deacons will provide

rotisserie chicken and beverages.

to September 12, 2001 and the days that followed. Panel discussion with those in public

See Bonnie in the Church Office for Tickets $20