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WORSHIP for the
FIFTH SUNDAY in LENT
MARCH 22, 2015
10:30 AM
Grounded in the grace of God, we are a vibrant Christian community,
disciples of all ages, gathered for worship and nurture, scattered to serve and to love.
MPC Mission Statement adopted by the Session March 31, 2008
Welcome to Morrisville Presbyterian Church
CONTACT U S
M O RR ISV ILLE P R ES B YT ER IA N C H UR CH
771 North Pennsylvania Ave. | Morrisville, PA 19067
215.295.4191 | [email protected]
WE WELCOME GUESTS AND VISITORS to our
worship service today. If you are not a member, we
invite you to consider membership with us. If you
would like more information about how we can
serve you, please speak to a pastor.
CHURCH STAFF
Bruce Ballantine ............................. [email protected]
Interim Pastor & Head of Staff (extension 234)
FRIENDSHIP PAD: During the Words of Welcome,
please pass the Friendship Pad to the outside aisle
and back again to the center. This allows worshipers
to recognize other people in their pew, and helps
staff members identify individuals who may need
attention.
Deborah Heffernan .................... [email protected]
Interim Associate Pastor (extension 225)
Linda Seaman...................................... [email protected]
Director of Older Adult Ministry (extension 232)
Steve McBride .................................... [email protected]
Director of Music & Communications Coordinator
The Chancel Flowers are offered to the glory of
God and in memory of Violet B. Baldwin; and in
memory of Florence “Peggy “ Kohn’s birthday given
by her children, her grandchildren, and her great
grandchildren.
Rich Drabb.............................................. [email protected]
Property Manager (extension 231)
Laurie Jacobson .............................. [email protected]
Bookkeeper (extension 226)
USHERING AT TODAY’S SERVICE: Head Deacon
Scully........................................... [email protected]
Andy Beidler, Alastair Brunton, Ann Clements, Dave Elizabeth
Administrative Assistant (extension 0)
Stoneburner, Alice Garcia, Susan Manning, Amy
Schnurr, and Jr. Deacons Ryan McHenry, Gavin
Smith, and Christopher Ward.
return the Hymnal and/or Bible after the service.
TODAY’S ACOLYTE is Anna Flook.
PASTORAL CARE REMINDER—Members of the
CHILDCARE FOR CHILDREN UP TO AGE 4 is pro- staff truly want to be attentive when members or
vided in the Nursery/Pre-School room from friends of MPC are experiencing health
10:15–11:45 a.m.. Infants and toddlers are also wel- difficulties. If you (or a family member) have been
come in worship. Visitors, please feel free to worship admitted to a hospital, please let us know by
with your children for as long as they are able. If he contacting the church office, and one of the pastors
or she gets wiggly and needs a stretch break, audio will be pleased to visit. You may also reach the
from the service is available in the chapel, until your pastors on their mobile phones–Bruce Ballantine at
child is ready to return to the sanctuary for you to 304-914-2108 and Debbie Heffernan at
267-342-0089. Thank you for your assistance.
continue to worship together.
HEARING ASSISTANCE DEVICES are available for WORSHIP NOTE
use anywhere in the sanctuary during worship. * The asterisk indicates that those who are able, may please stand.
These pocket-sized receivers are available from
Deacons in either Narthex and are to be returned Please forward any announcements you would like included in
the Bulletin by Tuesday of each week to [email protected]
after the service.
Articles for “Currents” are due by the 1st day of the
HYMNALS, BIBLES, & BULLETINS WITH LARGE
preceding
month. April 1st is the deadline for the May
PRINT are available during worship each Sunday
2015
issue.
Send articles to [email protected].
morning from a Deacon in the Narthex. Please
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Fifth Sunday in Lent
G A T H E R I N G
PRELUDE
WORDS of WELCOME
Pastor Heffernan
INTROIT—Lord, Have Mercy (Music Supplement # 551)
CALL to WORSHIP
One: By grace you have been saved through faith,
All: and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.
*HYMN 485—To God Be the Glory
Kathryn Gilbride
TO GOD BE THE GLORY
*PRAYER of CONFESSION—Unison
God our Redeemer, we confess that we are people of ashes and dust. You
write your law in our hearts, yet we pretend we do not know you. You lifted
up Christ for all to see, yet we turn away from your glory. Forgive us, God of
grace. Teach us to delight in your way, to seek you with all our hearts, and to
trust in your saving love; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
*SILENT PRAYERS of CONFESSION
Here each worshiper may offer silent prayers of confession.
*RESPONSE—Amen (Music Supplement # 564)
*PROMISE of FORGIVENESS
One: Hear the good news! Who is in a position to condemn? Only Christ, and
Christ died for us, Christ rose for us, Christ reigns in power for us, Christ
prays for us. Anyone who is in Christ is a new creation. The old life has
gone; a new life has begun. Know that you are forgiven and be at peace.
All: Amen.
*RESPONSE to GOD’S PARDON—Glory Be to the Father (Music Supplement #580)
SCOTTISH CHANT
*THE PEACE
One: The peace of Christ be with you.
All:
And also with you.
One: Let us greet one another with the peace of Christ.
As a sign of their reconciliation in Christ, the people share the peace of Christ, greeting one another
with these or similar words: “The peace of Christ be with you,” “Peace be with you,” or simply, “Peace.”
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L I T U R GY of the W OR D
PSALTER READING—Psalm 51: 1–12
One: This is the Word of the Lord.
All:
Thanks be to God.
(Old Testament, page 492)
ANTHEM—Let Us Go Into the House of the Lord (STROOPE)
The Chancel Choir
I was glad when they said unto me, let us go into the house of the Lord.
O house of Israel, bless the Lord, O house of Aaron, bless the Lord, house of Levi, house of Zion, bless the Lord.
Goodness and mercy shall follow me, though I walk through valleys, even death I will dwell in the house fo the Lord forever.
TIME for YOUNG DISCIPLES
Children in grades K-2 may leave for Cherub Choir in Room 104.
NEW TESTAMENT READING—John 3: 1–22
One: This is the Gospel of the Lord.
All:
Thanks be to God.
SERMON
(New Testament, page 88)
Nothing to Do
*HYMN 356—Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
Pastor Ballantine
NETTLETON
PRAYERS of INTERCESSION and THANKSGIVING
THE LORD’S PRAYER (debts and debtors)
OFFERING
Invitation to Give
Presentation of Gifts
Offertory Music
*Doxology—There Is A Redeemer (Music Supplement #443, verses 1—2)
S E N D I N G
*HYMN 280—Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound
AMAZING GRACE
*CHARGE and BLESSING
*CHORAL BENEDICTION—The Lord Bless You and Keep You (RUTTER)
*POSTLUDE
The Chancel Choir
Steve McBride
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Worship Notes & Announcements
ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING WILL BE
RECEIVED ON EASTER
By supporting One Great Hour of Sharing, you’re
sustaining programs that provide disaster relief,
food, clean water, training, and resources to people
all over the world. When you give, you’re changing
lives. Your giving goes to the following PC(USA)
programs: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (40
countries and 24 states received help for natural and
human-caused disasters); Presbyterian Hunger Program (154,731 people who were living in extreme
poverty now have increased food security and livelihoods through international development work);
Self-Development of People (4,619 children/
parents received improved educational opportunities). Remember to bring in your fish box on
Palm Sunday or Easter.
member Barbara Riechers (In Memoriam). Cost:
$25.00. Register by March 31 to Betty Wu at
610.519.1615 or [email protected].
BOOK GROUP MEETINGS
The Gilead Group will begin discussing Marilynne
Robinson's Lila this Tuesday, March 24 in the MPC
Lounge at 7:00 pm. The Narnia Group will discuss Prince Caspian this Wednesday, March 25 in
the MPC Lounge at 7:30 (please note the time
change). All Are Welcome!
CLOTHING CENTER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The clothing center is in need of a few good people
who would like to volunteer their time either on
Mondays (9:00 a.m.-Noon) or Tuesdays (9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.) or both days. If you would like to be part
of our Outreach mission please call Betsy Jurey @
215-295-6521 for more information.
EASTER FUN AND POTLUCK ON PALM SUNDAY
Join us for lots of activities that bring home the
message of Jesus. There will be a special Easter egg
hunt, a baking activity and a craft. Afterwards, we’ll
enjoy lively fellowship over a potluck supper. Sign
up in the communication center today.
All are welcome!
SCHOLARSHIP FORMS DUE MARCH 29
We have four scholarships available for the 2015
year. The McClanen Scholarship is available to any
college student (need based); the Campbell Scholarship is available to any college student (need based);
the Robert Scholarship is available to both men and
women for studies in seminary or medical fields and
the Patti-Jane Reeves Memorial Scholarship is available to high school graduates or college students.
Applications are available online and in the church
office. Please send the completed forms to
[email protected] by March 29, 2015.
EASTER BREAKFAST
Join us in Fellowship Hall for a light Easter Breakfast starting at 9:30 a.m. between the Easter Sunday
services. Please sign up on the friendship pads
(write Easter Breakfast next to your name) or in the
Communications center or email Liz Scully at
[email protected] so that we know how many
people will be coming. All are welcome!
THE IVINS OUTREACH CENTER AND FAITH IN
ACTION PRESENT
The Encore Series “Common Scams and Frauds
that target Older Adults” by Michele Herzog of
William Penn Bank. This awareness seminar will
cover topics including: abuse, identity theft and
scams issues. Please join us for this free, open to the
public seminar, Thursday, March 26th at 2:00 p.m.
at the MPC C in the Lounge. Please RSVP to Jaime
at 215-428-0500 ext. 101.
THE VILLAGE
The Village, formerly Presbyterian Children’s Village, invites you to join us to celebrate our Founders’ Day Brunch on Saturday, April 18, 2015 at the
Radnor Hotel 10:00 am to 12:30 pm. The Village
will recognize members of our Church Relations
Council, and its dedicated leaders over several decades including Morrisville Presbyterian Church
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2015 Easter Memorials & Honorariums
Have you considered honoring, celebrating, or remembering a family member, friend, or loved one this
Eastertide? Contributions to our Memorial Fund can be made, not just for remembering a loved one
who has passed, but also for honoring someone in your life now.
This year our Easter Flowers will be beautiful, multi-colored tulips. With an abundance of allergic
reactions to lilies, the Worship Committee is trying this new floral direction for this year .
EASTER TULIPS
Members and friends of the church are reminded that the tulips, which beautify the church, may be given as
memorials. Forms are available online and in the church office. Please fill out a form and return it with your
check in the amount of $10.00 per plant ordered to the church office by Sunday, March 22nd.
MUSIC FUND
Memorial contributions to this fund help to supplement the music ministry program. This Lent and Easter,
the music fund will allow MPC Choirs to be accompanied by a professional orchestra on March 15th and by
a Brass Quintet on Easter. Contributions of any amount are welcome.
DEACONS’ FOOD BASKET PROGRAM
In addition to free-will donations received by the Deacons, you are welcome to contribute to the Food
Basket Program as a gift or memorial to loved ones by using the form below.
Easter Memorial & Honorarium Contributions
Please do not add the memorial contribution amount to your pledge payment!
Make checks payable to MPC with the type of memorial noted on the memo line.
I (we) wish to make the following contribution(s) to:
_____Easter Tulips ($10.00 each)
Number of Plants:_____
Amount attached:_____
_____ I will pick up the tulip following the 10:30 am Easter service.
_____ I wish to have the Deacons deliver the tulips to a shut-in.
_____ Music Fund Please find $__________attached for this fund.
_____ Deacons’ Food Basket Program. Please find $__________attached for this fund.
Given by:
Address _________________________________________________________________
Phone
“ In loving memory of ” “ In celebration of ” “ To give thanks for ” (circle one)
Please print exactly as you wish it to appear in the bulletin and return to the Church Office by
Today!
PALM SUNDAY—MARCH 29TH
Worship at 10:30 a.m.
Hosanna to the Son of David!
Join us for the day of Festive Worship, as we raise our voices singing Hosanna, Loud Hosanna!
MAUNDY THURSDAY—APRIL 2ND
Soup Supper at 6:00 p.m. | Worship at 7:00 p.m.
Worship will begin in the Fellowship hall and will include the commemoration of The Last Supper,
as well as A Meditation on Foot-washing.
Go to dark Gethsemane . . .
GOOD FRIDAY—APRIL 3RD
Worship from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Stations of Prayer—A Service of Scripture Readings and Prayers
Morrisville United Methodist Church
501 West Maple Avenue, Morrisville
Please plan to join us for this collaborative worship experience.
EASTER SUNDAY—APRIL 5TH
Worship at 8:00 & 10:30 a.m.
Alleluia! Christ has risen!
Join the Chancel Choir and Brass for celebratory & festive worship!
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MPC Weekly Calendar
SUNDAY, March 22
8:30am
Weekly Prayer Meeting Conference Room
9:00
Teen Choir
Music Room
9:30
Education
Conference Room
10:00
Chancel Choir
Music Room
10:30
Worship
Sanctuary
11:00
Cherub Choir
Room 104
11:30
Fellowship Time
Lounge
Clothing Center Volunteers and
Older Adult Committee Host
11:45
Agape Choir
Room 104
Noon
Sunday School Teacher Mtg.
Conf. Rm.
MONDAY, March 23
7:00pm
Boy Scout Troop 3
7:00
Cub Scouts
7:00
Food Packing
7:30
Session Meeting
Fellowship Hall
Room 220, 122, 210
Room 4
Conference Room
TUESDAY, March 24
10:00am Clothing Center
Room 4
10:00
Food Center Set-up
Fellowship Hall
3:00pm
Staff Meeting
Conference Room
6:00
Girl Scouts
Room 122
6:30
Boy Scouts 3
Fellowship Hall
7:00
Gilead Book Group
Lounge
7:30
Alcoholics Anonymous
Room 220
7:30
Nominating Committee
Conf. Room
WEDNESDAY, March 25
9:00am
Food Center
Noon
Brown Bag and Bible
6:00pm
Youth Club
7:30
Narnia Book Group
THURSDAY, March 26
11:00am Food Stocking
Room 4
Noon
Alcoholics Anonymous
Room 222
2:00pm
Ivins Center Encore Series
Lounge
6:00
God’s Thunder
Chapel
6:00
Lenten Supper &
Fellowship Hall
Worship
6:30
Oakville Girl Scouts
Room 220
7:00
Chancel Choir
Music Room
8:30
Chancel Ringers
Chapel
FRIDAY, March 27
7:30pm
Alcoholics Anonymous
Room 122
SATURDAY, March 28
9:00 am Deacon’s Easter Basket
10:00
Cub Scout’s Derby
Room 123, 124
Room 220
PALM SUNDAY, March 29
8:30am
Weekly Prayer Meeting Conference Room
9:00
Teen Choir
Music Room
9:30
Education
Conference Room
10:00
Chancel Choir
Music Room
10:30
Worship & Communion
Sanctuary
11:00
Cherub Choir
Room 104
11:30
Fellowship Time
Lounge
Deacons Host
11:45
Agape Choir
Room 104
4:00pm
Easter Fun & Potluck
Fellowship Hall
Supper-Children and Family
Fellowship Hall
Conference Room
Fellowship Hall
Lounge
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
When sending mail to the church, please be advised we no longer have mail delivered to Post Office Box 240.
Please mail all correspondence to our street address: 771 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Morrisville, PA 19067.
Our phone number, fax and email address remain the same. Thanks!
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771 N OR TH P ENNSY LVANI A A VENUE | M OR RIS VILLE , P A 19067
215.295. 4191 | W W W .MPC US A . NE T
PASTORS & PROGRAM STAFF
Bruce Ballantine, Interim Pastor & Head of Staff | Deborah Heffernan, Interim Associate Pastor
Louise Shoemaker, Parish Associate | Linda Seaman, Director of Older Adult Ministry
Steve McBride, Director of Music and Principal Organist