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Northminster Presbyterian Church 7720 Alaska Avenue, N.W. - Washington, D.C. 20012
(202) 829-5311 Email: [email protected]
Web Page: http://www.northminsterdc.org
August 6, 2017 11:00 A.M
Welcome to Northminster! We invite you to sing, pray, and dance in whatever way the Spirit might
move you this morning. You'll notice there are things printed in BOLD throughout the bulletin. Those
are your parts. We invite you to lift your voices with us in prayer and praise. If you are able, please stand
wherever you see an asterisk (*).
WE GATHER IN GOD’S NAME
PRELUDE Elder Henry Jones
THE LIFE OF NORTHMINSTER Reverend John Molina-Moore
WELCOME TO VISITORS Reverend John Molina-Moore
THE WELCOME SONG Congregation
*CALL TO WORSHIP Elder Reginald Holt Trust in the Lord at all times, O People; God is a refuge for us. God is our rock and our salvation; we shall not be shaken. God is good and in God’s work we find our strength. We sing of all God’s wonderful works! We give thanks and praise to the Lord!
*OPENING HYMN “Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine!” No.341 Congregation
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PRAYER OF CONFESSION (in unison) Elder Reginald Holt
Gracious God, provider of all we need, we are often content to rely on our own
devices, our creativity, our cleverness. We congratulate ourselves for our
accomplishments, yet we find that these achievements and acquisitions
do not fill the deep hunger inside of us. We long for the Spirit bread you alone
can provide. Forgive us, merciful God. Help us receive the blessings you offer,
that we may be your bread for the world— blessed, broken for all. Amen.
WORDS OF ASSURANCE Reverend John Molina-Moore
*THE RESPONSE Gloria Patri No. 579 Congregation
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.
PRAYER REQUEST – If you have a concern or request that you would like included in the Pastoral
Prayer, please jot it down on the index card found in the pew rack and hand it to a deacon when they walk the
aisle as the children come forward for the Children’s Moment.
THE CHILDREN’S MOMENT Reverend John Molina-Moore
WE PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD
PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION
Gracious God, we do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from
your mouth. Make us hungry for this heavenly food, that it may nourish us today
in the ways of eternal life; through Jesus Christ, the bread of heaven. Amen. FIRST SCRIPTURE READING (Old Testament) Elder Reginald Holt
Isaiah 55:1-5 (pew bible page 647) The Word of the Lord
Thanks be to God!
SECOND SCRIPTURE READING (Old Testament) Reverend John Molina-Moore
Genesis 32:22-31 (pew bible page 29)
The Word of the Lord
Thanks be to God!
SERMON "A LIMP" Reverend John Molina-Moore
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WE RESPOND TO GOD’S WORD
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (From PCUSA A Brief Statement of Faith)
In life and in death we belong to God. Through the grace of our Lord Jesus
Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit, we trust in the
one triune God, the Holy One of Israel, whom alone we worship and serve.
We trust in Jesus Christ, fully human, fully God. Jesus proclaimed the reign of
God: preaching good news to the poor and release to the captives, teaching by
word and deed and blessing the children, healing the sick and binding up the
brokenhearted, eating with outcasts, forgiving sinners, and calling all to repent
and believe the gospel. Unjustly condemned for blasphemy and sedition, Jesus
was crucified, suffering the depths of human pain and giving his life for the sins
of the world. God raised this Jesus from the dead, vindicating his sinless life,
breaking the power of sin and evil, delivering us from death to life eternal.
With believers in every time and place, we rejoice that nothing in life or in death
can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will
be done in 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, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
THE OFFERING
OFFERTORY MUSIC Elder Henry Jones
*DOXOLOGY No. 592 Congregation
Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below;
Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost. Amen
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
We are grateful that no gift is insignificant in your sight, O God. We humbly
offer ourselves in your service with these gifts and offerings. Do extraordinary
things through them, for the relief of others’ need, and the fulfillment of your
divine intent. Amen.
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THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER
THE INVITATION TO THE TABLE Reverend John Molina-Moore
GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts
We lift them up to the Lord
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give thanks and praise.
THE COMMUNION OF GOD’S PEOPLE
The Elders come forward for communion
The Bread may be consumed as soon as it is received.
Please hold the cup until everyone has been served.
INVITATIONAL COMMUNION SONG
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION Congregation in unison
In gratitude, in deep gratitude for this moment, this meal, these people, we give
ourselves to you. Take us out to live as changed people because we have shared
the Living Bread and cannot remain the same. Expect much of us, expect much
from us, enable much by us, encourage many through us. So, Lord, may we live
to your glory, both as inhabitants of earth and citizens of the commonwealth of
heaven. Amen.
WE GO IN GOD’S NAME
*CLOSING HYMN “I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me” No.369 Congregation
*BENEDICTION Reverend John Molina-Moore
*CHORAL BENEDICTION “Three Fold Amen” No.587 Congregation
PASSING THE PEACE
POSTLUDE Elder Henry Jones
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Please keep these members of our community in your prayers:
Rev. Fay Acker • Debra Bennett • Leroy Brown • Willie Brown
Jill Kauffman • Jackye Lee • Barbara Mecaley Martha Parker
Wardley Patterson • Aggie Trantham • Elyse Scott
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND MEETINGS
Thank you:
The Acker family would like to thank the Northminster family for all your prayers, cards,
and words of support for Reverend Acker. Her surgery on August 1st, at Washington
Hospital Center, went very well and she is now at home recuperating. We very much
appreciate the love and support that she has received. Thanks again.
The Acker family
Save the Date: September 17 – Church Picnic - Argyle Park 2:00-6:00 p.m.
Northminster’s Fall Bazaar will be on Saturday, October 14th, 2017. Donations are now
being accepted. Please bring your items to the church. If you have any questions or need a
pick up, contact Audrey Humphries (202-723-7867) or LaVerne Brown (202-829-1428).
Please, no TV’s or computer equipment. Thank you.
Save the Date!! Sunday, October 29th, 2017, Northminster’s Men’s Day Program
Speaker: Dr. Barry C. Black, U.S. Senate Chaplain. For further information please
contact Ron Flowers at 202 829 1615 or [email protected].
The Board of Elders meets on the second Tuesday of every month.
The Board of Deacons meets on the second Sunday of each month, at 9:45 a.m., in
Room 206.
The Community Biblical Dialogue will resume the second Saturday in September. We
will revisit spiritual disciplines.
The children’s Church Teachers meet every first Sunday in the Church Library
immediately following Sunday service.
Bible study class for adults meets Sunday mornings, 9:30–10:55 am, in the church
library (Room 203).
Sunday school for students ages 3-15, will resume in September.
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Northminster Sewing Circle will resume in September.
Boy Scouts meet on Saturdays. Please contact Franklin Austin at (202) 829-6577 for
more information.
Cub Scouts meet on Fridays. Please contact Keith Dean at (202) 841-4094 for more
information.
GOD’S MEN meet for rehearsals on Friday at 6:30 p.m. in the church music room. New
members are welcome.
For more information please contact Reginald L. Holt at 202-882-4446.
Fitness for Life Program (physical fitness for mature adults) has sessions on Tuesdays
and Thursdays. Please contact Debra Floyd at (202) 607-8118 for more information.
The mission of Northminster Presbyterian Church, PC (U.S.A.) is to give, through God’s grace and
power, glory to God and to be a community of inspired Christians nurtured and equipped to become
effective witnesses of Jesus Christ by reaching out to others with hands that serve, hearts that
welcome, and voices that carry the Good News of God’s redeeming love to all.
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NORTHMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH — MINISTRY DIVISIONS
The Session of Northminster Presbyterian Church is organized into four ministry divisions:
The Administrative Division oversees the Budget, Finance and Fund Raising activities of the Church.
In addition, this Division is responsible for nominating new officers (Elders and Deacons) and
coordinating Trustee and Deacon Activities. The Administrative Division meets on the first Sunday of
the month after church.
The Communication Division coordinates Northminster’s Worship & Music, Christian Education,
Mission, and Social Witness activities. The Communication Division meets on the second Sunday of the
month after church.
The Stewardship Division directs the Stewardship activities of the Church and is responsible for
Personnel matters. The Division meets after church on the third Sunday of each month.
The New and Current Membership Division oversees Northminster’s Fellowship and Evangelism
activities and coordinates the continuing nurture of our members. The Membership Division meets on
the fourth Sunday of each month after church.
All ministry Division meetings are open (unless otherwise stated) and we want to hear from you. We
invite you to participate in the life of Northminster Presbyterian Church!
NORTHMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OFFICERS
Board of Elders (Session)
Reverend John Molina Moore – Stated Supply ([email protected])
Class of 2017: Michael Kauffman, Kosi Kumi, Nathaniel Sims
Class of 2018: Lorethea Davis, Jackie Holt
Class of 2019: Dan Acker, Sandra Riviears, Mimi Stevenson
Board of Deacons
Class of 2017: Renee Butler, Theresa Wilson, Marie Richardson
Class of 2018: Stacy Jones, Henry Jones, Maya Jones, Gloria McClure, Barbara Mecaley,
Zayani Sims
Class of 2019: Andrea Rander, Willie Williams, Evelyn Ngeloh, Renee Hutchins
Board of Trustees
Class of 2017: Serah Kauffman, Mark Sturdivant
Class of 2018: Andrew Mickens, Nathaniel Sims Jr.
Class of 2019: Celestine Brown, Juliane Tengen, Carole Woolfork
Leading us in Worship: Reverend John Molina-Moore
Liturgist: Elder Reginald Holt
Music Director: Elder Herb Scott
Pianist: Elder Henry Jones
Music Worship Leader: Elder Herb Scott
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AUGUST 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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2
3 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
4 God’s Men Rehearsal
Cub Scouts
5 Boy Scouts
6 COMMUNION
SUNDAY
9TH SUNDAY AFTER
PENTECOST
Adult Bible Study
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8 Physical Fitness for
Mature Adults
Girls Scouts
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10 Physical Fitness
for Mature Adults
11 God’s Men
Rehearsal
Cub Scouts
12
Boy Scouts
13 10TH
SUNDAY AFTER
PENTECOST
Adult Bible Study
SESSION MEETING
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15 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
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17 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
18 God’s Men Rehearsal
Cub Scouts
19 Boy Scouts
20 11TH
SUNDAY AFTER
PENTECOST
Adult Bible Study
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22 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
Girl Scouts
23
24 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
25
Cub Scouts
26 Boy Scouts
27 12TH
SUNDAY AFTER
PENTECOST
Adult Bible Study
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29 Physical Fitness for
Mature Adults
Girl Scouts
30
31 Physical Fitness
for Mature Adults
SEPTEMBER 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 God’s Men
Rehearsal
Cub Scouts
2 Boy Scouts
3 COMMUNION
SUNDAY
13TH SUNDAY AFTER
PENTECOST
Adult Bible Study
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LABOR DAY
5 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
Girls Scouts
6 Sewing Circle
7 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
8 God’s Men Rehearsal
Cub Scouts
9 The Community Biblical Dialogue
Boy Scouts
10 14TH
SUNDAY AFTER
PENTECOST
Adult Bible Study
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12 Physical Fitness for
Mature Adults
SESSION MEETING
13 Sewing Circle
14 Physical Fitness for
Mature Adults
15 God’s Men
Rehearsal
Cub Scouts
16 Boy Scouts
17 15TH
SUNDAY AFTER
PENTECOST
Adult Bible Study
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19 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
Girl Scouts
20 Sewing Circle
21 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
22 Cub Scouts
23 Boy Scouts
24 16TH
SUNDAY AFTER
PENTECOST
Adult Bible Study
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26 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
Girl Scouts
27 Sewing Circle
28 Physical Fitness for Mature Adults
29 Cub Scouts
30 Boy Scouts