Order of Service 5.8.11

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First United Presbyterian Church3rd Sunday of Easter

M a y 8 , 2 0 1 1O 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

(*Please stand in body or in spirit)

Thought for Meditation: Two men on the road to Emmaus encounter another who appears to be astranger. They relate to him what has happened, how Jesus was tried and sentenced to death. Inresponse he tells them how it was necessary to accomplish what the Scriptures foretold. At table thatevening his identity was revealed as he took bread and blessed it. The extent of Gods love becomesknown each time bread is broken and shared. The truth of Gods mercy remains; Christ has risenindeed!

We Gather In Gods NamePRELUDE Adagio from Toccata in G Major J.S. Bach

Words of Welcome and Signing of Friendship Pads

Please 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 From Psalm 116

I love the Lord, because God has heard my voice and my supplications.

Because you inclined your ear to me, therefore I will call on you as long as I live.I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord.I will pay my vows to the Lord in the presence of all Gods people.Let us worship God!

*Hymn Jesus is Risen from the Grave


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Words& Music: Iona Community Copyright WGRG The Iona Community 1989. Used by permission of GIA publications Inc. exclusive agent.All Rights Reserved.

A Litany of Assurance

You know that you were ransomed from futile ways with the precious blood of Christ.

That word is the good news preached to us.He was destined before the foundation of the world but was made manifest at the end of all times foryour sake.That word is the good news preached to us.Through him you have confidence in God, who raised him from the dead and gave him glory.That word is the good news preached to us.Having purified your souls by your obedience to the truth, love one another earnestly from the heart.That word is the good news preached to us.You have been born anew, through the living and abiding word of God.Thatword is the good news preached to us.


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Thanks be to God; in Jesus Christ, we are forgiven!

*Peace

Since 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 WordTime for Children

Children may now leave for church school.

Anthem Thine the Amen, Thine the Praise

Text: Herbert Brokering Music: Carl Shalk Copyright 1983 Augsburg Publishing House. Reproduced by permission


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Words: Fred Kahn Music: Norman Cocker Words Copyright1968 by Hope Publishing Co. Music Copyright Oxford University Press

*Affirmation of Faith The Westminster Confession of FaithCHAPTER VII - Of God's Covenant with Man

1. The distance between God and the creature is so great, that although reasonable creaturesdo owe obedience unto him as their Creator, yet they could never have any fruition of him, astheir blessedness and reward, but by some voluntary condescension on God's part, which hehath been pleased to express by way of covenant.2. The first covenant made with man was a covenant of works, wherein life was promised toAdam, and in him to his posterity, upon condition of perfect and personal obedience.3. Man, by his Fall, having made himself incapable of life by that covenant, the Lord waspleased to make a second, commonly called the covenant of grace: wherein he freely offeredunto sinners life and salvation by Jesus Christ, requiring of them faith in him, that they may besaved, and promising to give unto all those that are ordained unto life, his Holy Spirit, to makethem willing and able to believe.4. This covenant of grace is frequently set forth in the Scripture by the name of a testament, inreference to the death of Jesus Christ, the testator, and to the everlasting inheritance, with allthings belonging to it, therein bequeathed.

We Respond to Gods WordOffering Our Gifts and Ourselves

Offertory

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

*Prayer of Dedication


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We bring our gifts to you in response to good news. Christ is risen indeed and abides in us still.May all that we do be in response to new life. As you accept who we are, O God, receive whatwe offer, and transform all of our being to confirm with your will. Extend your grace through usso that others hear of the salvation you bring. Amen.

The EucharistThe Invitation

Great Prayer of Thanksgiving & The Lords PrayerThe 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

Distribution of the ElementsCommunion Hymn Hallelujah! We Sing Your Praises HALELUYAH!PELO TSARONA


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Text and Music: South African; tr. And arr. Freedom is Coming, 1984 Copyright1984 Utryck, admin. Walton Music Corp.

Prayer after Communion

God of grace, you renew us at your table with the bread of life. May this food strengthen us in

love and help us to serve you in each other. We ask this in the name of Jesus the Lord. Amen.

We Go in Gods Name*Hymn - #108 Christ is Alive! TRUROVerses 1 & 5

*Charge and Blessing

Postlude


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All are invited to remain for a time of fellowship and refreshment.

The Presbyterian Committee on Congregational Song has requested that First United be a periodic testing site for hymnsand songs that are being considered for inclusion in the new Presbyterian Hymnal that is being developed. Hallelujah, wesing your praises was sent to us by the Committee.

The flowers this morning are provided by Judy and Ed Colwill given to the glory of God and in lovingmemory of Alice Bashford and Mary Colwill.

Todays reader: Bill Jaffarian

Upcoming Readers:May 15 David LanoueMay 22 Karen Harpe

May 29 Sue SteeleJune 5 Chandlee Gill

Next Weeks Sermon Topic:May 15Finding Pasture Scripture Readings: Acts 2:42-47; Psalm 23; 1 Peter 2:19-25; John 10:1-10

Prayers of the People May 1, 2011

From Shirley Bowes, For Vics wife, daughter, and family. He died on Friday the 29th of April. From Marsha, Prayers for the Mayfield Presbyterian Church Prayers of joyful memories of Jane Smith. May 1st would have been her 97th birthday. From Judith Moyer, prayer of thanksgiving for all of the prayers, concern, and constancy during

my brothers illness. He and all of us in the family felt surrounded by you. Gods great cloud of

witnesses. We are grateful! Please pray for Rose Alexander had her knee replaced and is also having internal problems and

would like us to continue to pray for her.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome 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 and

service. Following worship, you are cordially invited to gather with the community for a time ofrefreshment and conversation in Fellowship Hall.

Special Thanks to our Coffee Hour Hosts for May!!!May 8 Jennifer Nelson May 22 Sue SteeleMay 15 Joan Rogers May 29 Bonnie KerrPlease sign up and share in creating our fellowship time. Questions? Call Don Lutz 283-6920

AROUND TOWN AND AT FUPC!


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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.

MUSIC NEWS!A Troy Night Out Event: Katelyn Steele in Concert. Friday, May 27, 7 pm. Ms. Steele will present avariety of selections, repeating her senior recital as a voice major at the College of St. Rose. Her clear,full tones fill our space, making this a concert not to be missed! Admission is free with donationsaccepted.

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 ofSymphony 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 atBush 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 a

fun-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 EDFaith Ed classes for children will be held May 1, 8, and 22 after the childrens message during worshiptime.Godly Play classes will be held for children, ages 3-5. Children ages 6 and over will be involved inThe Great Commission workshop rotation. All children are invited to participate.Faith Education Open House and Dedication

Sunday, May 15th there will be a plaque dedication ceremony during worship in memory of Robin J.Wheeler. After the service and refreshment time, a plaque donated by Jean Miller will be placed on thesecond floor naming it the Robin J. Wheeler Faith Education Suite. The large balcony room has beenrefurbished and all the faith education rooms, including the nursery will be open for viewing at that time.Robin was a professional counselor, educator, and strong supporter of our faith education program.She was also a 50 year member of the congregation whose positive energy and faithful serviceinspired us all. All are welcome. Joan Rogers will be hosting the refreshment time after worship.

Hygiene KitsThe children of the church invite you to participate in helping them put together hygiene kits, as a wayto reach disaster survivors and those in need, with the hope of Christ. This program is encouraged by


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Presbyterian Disaster Assistance through Church World Service. We are collecting the following itemsfor the kits: bar of soap (bath size in wrapper), toothbrush in original packing, washcloth, wide toothcomb, nail clipper(no metal files or emery boards), hand towel 16x18 (no fingertip or bath towels)and 6 bandages. We will also need one gallon size zip lock bags to pack the kits in. There is abasket in Fellowship Hall for you to leave these items. Anything that you can contribute will be muchappreciated.

ADULT EDUCATION

May 8th - Please join us in the Rose Room after worship on May 8 for a closer look at bumper stickers- Honk if you love Jesus. That is one of the oldest religious bumper stickers around. You probablyhad some reaction to it, and it may or may not have resulted in tooting your horn. Miriam Parmelee,John Buckley and Don Drew will facilitate this adult education opportunity. We will explore how wereact to religious slogans not only seen on bumper stickers, but everywhere. Remember John 3:18?What do you think about when you see a Jesus fish on a car? How about a Darwin fish? How aboutOPEN HEARTS, OPEN MINDS, OPEN DOORS?

FUPC Remains a NUT FREE FACILITY: First United has been a Nut Free Building for quite sometime. It is especially important as a new child has joined Unity Sunshine Pre-School that has anAIRBORNE NUT ALLERGY TO ALL TYPES OF NUTS. Please continue to be mindful that the pre-

school uses our kitchen. Thank you for your support in keeping the building a safe environment for thechildren who use our facility.Prayers of the People There is a prayer journal at the back of the sanctuary where you may recordprayer requests to be included during the prayers of the people.

Wear A Name Tag as a sign of warm welcome for newcomers. If you do not have one, or need areplacement, please make a note on one of the bright orange flyers at the rear of the sanctuary.

The Deacons thank those who are contributing $1 each week to the work of the Deacons. It is greatlyappreciated as we work to help others. You can either use the gold & white envelope on the credenzain the back of the fellowship hall or make a special designation in your pledge envelope for thisimportant Deacons fund.

Parking for Worship is available in the large lot behind the Gurley Building at the corner of SixthAvenue and Fulton Street or in the small lot on the corner of Fifth Avenue and Fulton Street and alsoalong Fifth Avenue. Please note: The parking spaces in the alley on the Grand Street side of thesanctuary are private parking spaces that belong to Franklin Plaza. Please do not park there.

FUPCs parking lot (Monday Friday) if you visit the church during business hours, please do NOTpark in the parking lot! Our parking spaces are reserved for the staff of FUPC and its tenants from 8:30am until 5 pm Mon. through Thurs.

For families with children: Childcare during worship for children through age 4 is available in thenursery located between the sanctuary and the Fellowship Hall. Please pick your child up as you leavethe sanctuary for fellowship and refreshments.

Food Donations for the Troy Larger Parish: There is always a basket for food donations for the TroyLarger Parish Food Pantry on your way into church. And if you would rather, cash buys more food fromthe Regional Food bank. Empty your change into the jars at either sanctuary door.

Bulletin Announcements: Reminder- All announcements for the bulletin should be submitted to thechurch office by 9 AM Wednesday each week. Announcements will be highlighted by the reader inworship, but there will not be time for individuals to make announcements during worship. If anannouncement does not make it into the bulletin, please speak to the reader before worship so that heor she may include it in the oral announcements for that day.


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prayer, preaching, and the sacraments, and lived in grace and glory prepares for God`s predeterminedend of mercy (salvation of the elect) and of justice (damnation of the reprobate).

The Westminster Standards: Historical Note

In 1643, the English House of Commons adopted an ordinance calling for the "settling of thegovernment and liturgy of the Church of England (in a manner) most agreeable to God's Holy Word

and most apt to procure the peace of the church at home and nearer abroad." After the ordinancepassed the House of Lords, an assembly to accomplish this work convened in Westminster Abbey.

The Parliament nominated one hundred fifty-one persons to the assembly. Thirty were members ofParliament; the others were "learned, godly, and judicious divines." Five Scottish clergymen were inattendance and had the right of discussion but not vote. Churches in Holland, Belgium, France,Switzerland, and the American colonies were invited to send delegates, though none came. Theassembly held 1,163 sessions, finally concluding in 1649.

The Westminster Assembly conducted its work in a crisis atmosphere. Internal conflicts had nearly tornapart both England and the English church. Political and religious problems were inseparable. Who

should rule the church? Who should rule the state? What power should the king have? What powerParliament, local councils, and assemblies? The Anglican party stood for royal rule in England with thesovereign also head of the church's government. The Presbyterian party sought to vest authority inelected representatives of the people, both in Parliament and in church presbyteries. An emerging thirdparty, soon led by Oliver Cromwell, wanted local autonomy for churches and limited powers for bothking and Parliament.

Even before the assembly met, civil war broke out between the contending parties. But the assemblywent to work and eventually completed the "Form of Presbyterian Church Government," a "Directory ofPublic Worship," "The Confession of Faith," "The Larger Catechism," and "The Shorter Catechism."Each document was approved by the English Parliament, which asked the assembly to add scriptural

proofs.

Cromwell's ascendancy precipitated the end of the assembly. In 1648, Pride's Purge forcibly excludedPresbyterian members from Parliament. With the execution of King Charles I in 1649, EnglishPuritanism split into "Presbyterians" who protested the regicide, and "Independents" who supported itand aligned themselves with Cromwell.

In 1647, the Scottish General Assembly adopted the Westminster Standards for use in the kirk,replacing the Scots Confession of 1560 and the Heidelberg Catechism. The standards came to NewEngland with the Puritans (Independents) and to the Middle Atlantic states with the Scotch-IrishPresbyterians. In 1729, the standards were adopted as the confessional position of the newly

organized Presbyterian synod in the colonies and have played a formative role in AmericanPresbyterianism ever since. The Westminster Standards represent the fruits of a Protestantscholasticism that refined and systematized the teachings of the Reformation. The standards lift up thetruth and authority of the Scriptures, as immediately inspired in Hebrew and Greek, kept pure in allages, and known through the internal witness of the Holy Spirit. Divine sovereignty and doublepredestination are also emphasized. In appealing to Scripture to formulate a covenant theology, thestandards had important implications for political thought and practice, reminding both ruler and peopleof their duties to God and to each other.

From the Book of Order


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Directory for WorshipOne of the meanings of Communion

W-2.4004 RememberingAt the Lords Table, the Church isa. renewed and empowered by the memory of Christs life, death, resurrection, and promise to return;b. sustained by Christs pledge of undying love and continuing presence with Gods people;c. sealed in Gods covenant of grace through partaking of Christs self-offering.

In remembering, believers receive and trust the love of Christ present to them and to the world; theymanifest the reality of the covenant of grace in reconciling and being reconciled; and they proclaim thepower of Christs reign for the renewal of the world in justice and in peace.

Faith Education Open House and DedicationSunday, May 15th there will be a plaque dedication ceremony during worship in memory of Robin J.Wheeler. After the service and refreshment time, a plaque donated by Jean Miller will be placed on thesecond floor naming it the Robin J. Wheeler Faith Education Suite. The large balcony room has beenrefurbished and all the faith education rooms, including the nursery will be open for viewing at that time.Robin was a professional counselor, educator, and strong supporter of our faith education program.

She was also a 50 year member of the congregation whose positive energy and faithful serviceinspired us all. All are welcome. Joan Rogers will be hosting the refreshment time after worship.

Robin J. Wheeler (March 29, 1945-June 2, 2010)


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WEEKLY CALENDAR

Sunday, May 8

9:00 AM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Fellowship Hall

10:00 AM Worship Fellowship Hall

11:00 AM Refreshments Fellowship Hall

11:30 PM Adult Education Rose Room7:30 PM NA Group Meeting Fellowship Hall

Tuesday, May 10

3:45 PM Troy Childrens Chorus Rose Room

5:30 PM MLMT Rose Room

7:15 PM Faith Education Meeting Copy Room

Wednesday, May 11

6:30 PM Bible Study Rose Room

Thursday, May 12

6:00 PM Music Committee Fellowship Hall

7:00 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Rose Room

Saturday, May 14

10:00 AM Labyrinth Rose Room

10:00 AM AA Meeting 2ndFloor

Sunday, May 15

9:00 AM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Fellowship Hall10:00 AM Worship Fellowship Hall

11:00 AM Refreshments Fellowship Hall

11:30 AM Wheeler Room Dedication Wheeler Room

7:30 PM NA Group Meeting Fellowship Hall


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The First United Presbyterian Church of Troy

1915 Fifth Avenue, Troy, New York 12180

Phone: (518) 272-2771 / Fax: (518) 266-9483

E-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 Rudebush

Class of 2012: Bob Harrington, Bonnie Kerr, Carol Harrington, Claudia SchwendemanClass of 2013: Shirley Bowes, Steven Paul Bowes II, Dana Parker, Shirley Street

Pastor: Jacquelyn Pinkowski

Minister of Music: Maury A. Castro

Coordinator 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)794-9360

or email [email protected]

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Order of Service 5.8.11