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PAXTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
3500 Sharon St., Harrisburg PA 17111
(717) 561-0510
Fax: 561-4052
Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper
May 24, 2015 ~ Pentecost
Adult Church School: 9:00 a.m.
Worship Time: 10:00 a.m.
Website: www.paxtonchurch.org
Email: [email protected]
WEEKLY CALENDAR
Sun 24
10:00
10:45
Ministers ~ All Members
WE GATHER IN GOD’S NAME
SESSION MEMBERS
(Take time to prepare your heart to worship God.)
PRELUDE
“Now Let Us Pray to God the Holy Ghost”
“The Spirit of God”
“Spirit Song”
arr. Ore
Wilson
Wimber, arr. Carter
OUR LIFE TOGETHER
MUSIC INTERLUDE
TO GIVE PRAISE TO GOD
Merideth Staudenmaier, (Clerk of Session)
Happy Barber
Dan Behan
Norm Daniels
Dave Elder
Erin Giambrone
Bill Gough
Rebecca Haner
Dave Holt
Jay Kealey
Don Laughery
John Moyer
Lisa Pletz
Diane Robertson
Kitti Taylor
BOARD OF DEACONS
Nino Giambrone (Moderator)
CALL TO WORSHIP
from Joel 1:1a; 2:28-29
The word of the Lord to the prophet: I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh;
Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old shall dream
dreams and your young shall see visions.
* HYMN 285 “Like the Murmur of the Dove’s Song”
* PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Almighty God, you poured your Spirit upon gathered disciples, creating bold
tongues, open ears, and a new community of faith. We confess that we hold
back the force of your Spirit among us. We do not listen for your word of grace,
speak the good news of your love, or live as a people made one in Christ. Have
mercy on us, O God. Transform our timid lives by the power of your Spirit, and
fill us with a flaming desire to be your faithful people, doing your will for the
sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
(Please pause for a moment of silent confession.)
* ASSURANCE OF PARDON
Hear the Good News. In Jesus Christ we are forgiven.
Praise God. Amen.
* GLORIA PATRI (Hymnal Page 581)
Sally Appleby
Laurie Bassler
Gail Burfeind
Jim Bruce
Niki Corl
Nino Giambrone
Ryan Horner
William La Dieu
Cindy Mory
Richard Peiffer
Donna Powers
Michelle Signore
Ron Wix
Bert Wood
Bev Ziebell
9:00
Mon 25
Tues 26
Wed 27
Thurs 28
Fri 29
Sun 31
11:00
10:00
6:30
6:45
9:30
10:00
7:30
6:15
7:30
9:00
10:00
11:00
2:00
Church School
Youth Choir Rehearsal
Worship/Pentecost
Angels Rehearsal
Paxton Singers
Sunday Snacks
Memorial Day—Church Office Closed
Staff Meeting
Dickinson/Presbytery
Men’s Fellowship Breakfast
Sewing
Lenker Manor/Paxtang WC Board
Deacons
Bells
Adult Choir
Golf Outing
Church School
Worship
Sunday Snacks
Music Program
Pastor ~ John W. Green
Treasurer ~ Laurence A. Kilpatrick, CPA
We are a Stephen Ministry Church
For confidential referral, or if you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister please
contact a leader.
STEPHEN LEADERS
STEPHEN MINISTERS
Helen Heidelbaugh
Beth Lancione*
Jane Rising
Jane Sanford
Carol Anderson
Karen Cirillo
LaVerne Collins
Karen Herrold
Cheryl Holtzman
Janice Hutchison
Annette Kilpatrick
Bill LaDieu
Donna Leaver
Steve Miller
Jack Moore
Gary Myers
Kathy Woodbridge
* deceased
CHURCH SCHOOL
KIRKERS - Today - Keith Birth
Next Week - Jo Cain
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
July 31, August 1st and 2nd is “Outback Rock”
Vacation Bible School Weekend. Sunday, August 1 we will have a Sunday Celebration during
the worship service. Children ages 3-5th grade
are welcome the cost is $8.00 per child. Volunteers are needed; please see Jo Jacoby for details.
What is faith but belief in that which you cannot
see? Please search your heart and soul and
consider becoming a Church School Leader it’s
such a rewarding experience! See Jo Jacoby
for details.
The Deacons will be collecting
Canned Juice and Cereal
during the month of May for the
Ecumenical Food Pantry.
(Please check the dates on the cans,
the Food Pantry will not accept expired items.)
TO CELEBRATE THE FAMILY OF FAITH
CHILDREN’S MOMENT
* PASSING OF THE PEACE
The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
And also with you.
“Getting a Grip on Scriptures”
Join Pastor Green for
Summer with the Old Testament
Thursday Mornings ~11:00 AM
June 18th—August 27
Room 201
Updated church phone directories are available in the literature rack in the entrance
hallway and on the table as
you leave the sanctuary.
The Safety and Security Committee has devised an Incident Report Form that is available for
all church members to fill out to report any incident that has happened on church property. The
forms are located in the church office next to the AED unit.
The custodians closet located on the lower level next to the Fellowship Hall stage will be locked.
A key to open the door will be available in the Kitchen pantry. The purpose of locking this door is
to prevent children from gaining access to this room, which has many different chemical solvents stored there.
If you have any questions in regards to these announcements, please contact Dave Elder or
Charlie Mory.
TO HEAR GOD’S WORD PROCLAIMED
NEW TESTAMENT READING
Acts 2:1-21 (NT 119)
ANTHEM “Ev’ry Time I Feel the Spirit”
Adult Choir ~ Richard Peiffer, Soloist
SERMON
“When God Does the Pouring”
Dawson
Pastor Green
TO OFFER OUR GIFTS AND OUR LIVES
PRESENTATION OF OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY “Like the Murmur of the Dove’s Song”
Cutts, arr. Carter
* DOXOLOGY (Hymnal Page 606)
TO SHARE THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER
HYMN 288 “Spirit of the Living God”
THE INVITATION TO THE LORD’S SUPPER
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
Leader:
The Lord be with you.
People: And also with you.
Leader:
Lift up your hearts.
People: We lift them to the Lord.
Leader:
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People: It is right to give our thanks and praise.
Leader:
Holy God, we praise You. Let the heavens be joyful, and the earth be
glad. We bless You for creating the whole world, for Your promises to
Your people Israel, and for Jesus Christ in whom Your fullness dwells.
Born of Mary, He shares our life.
People: Eating with sinners, He welcomes us.
Leader: Guiding His children, He leads us.
Paxton Church Staff
Pastor, The Reverend John W. Green
The Reverend Dr. Morton Glise, Pastor Emeritus
Director of Music, Richard Fowler
Organist, Jeanne Bruce
Alleluia and Angel Choirs Director, Kathie Zimmerman
Assistant and Accompanist of Children’s Choirs, Beckie Blazi
Chimers Director, Cindy Green
Christian Education Administrator, Jo Jacoby
Office Staff, JoAnn Snyder, Judy Frankford
Custodian, Mary Bowers
Paxton Presbyterian Church
Established 1732
PRAYER SQUARE
As Christians we are called to pray for everyone in a difficult time of life. To protect the privacy
of those for whom we are praying we ask that permission be received before a name is placed
for prayer request. We will keep the names in the Prayer Square for two weeks. If you would
like them to be included longer, please call the church office or submit another request card.
Please keep the following members of Paxton in your prayers: Jack Moore, Dale Williams,
Marian Peifer, Jeanne Bruce, Kathie Zimmerman, Bill Janes, , Mike Trephan, Jerry Swayze
Prayers of the congregation are offered for the Reinhart and Corl families on the recent passing of their grandson/nephew, Michael Sullivan.
May 17 - Michael Swistak, Clif Musselman, James Huganir, Jeanne Nelson, Steve Guzy,
Jonniene Urban, Beth Armor and Family
May 24 - Krista Baer
Each week we will be praying for our brothers and sisters in Christ within our Presbytery. This
week we are praying for the Capital Presbyterian Church in Harrisburg.
3500 Sharon Street, Harrisburg, PA 17111
717~561~0510, www.paxtonchurch.org
People: Visiting the sick, He heals us.
Leader: Dying on the cross, He saves us.
People: Risen from the dead, He gives new life.
Leader: Therefore we praise You, joining our voices with choirs of angels and with
all the faithful of every time and place, who forever sing to the glory of
Your name.
SANCTUS (Sung by Choir)
Unison: Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again. Our father
who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy
will be done, on 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.
AGNUS DEI (Sung by Choir)
THE WORDS OF INSTITUTION
THE COMMUNION
As we celebrate communion, we have the opportunity to serve one another. This reflects our belief in
the priesthood of all believers. When you pass the tray to the person next to you, quietly say, “The
body of Christ broken for you,” or, “The blood of Christ shed for you.” An appropriate response is
simply, “Amen.” There should be no rush; take time to serve one another.
Bread:
Cup:
THE LECTOR this morning is Elder Dave Elder. Dave is the chair of the Property Management Ministry.
THANK YOU FOR VISITING WITH US TODAY! We are happy to share this Sunday with you and hope you come back soon! Please fill out the yellow card and be sure
to include your name, address, and phone number for our records. If you are interested
in membership at Paxton Church, please indicate this when the friendship folder is
passed or speak to the Pastor or Lector following worship.
THE USHERS joyfully serving the month of May: Steven Barnes, Captain; Janice
Barnes, Dan Behan, Kristi Kneas, Keith Birth, Charles Cain, Michael DeRemer,
James Knight, Penny Knight, Hung Nguyen, Robert Martin and Brenda Martin
THE FLORAL ARRANGEMENT in the chancel this morning is placed “To the Glory
of God” by the Detweiler Flower Fund.
THE ROSEBUD is placed in celebration of the birth of Kai Anders DeRemer on May
15, 2015. K ai is the son of Michael and Lindsay DeRemer, grandson of Bob Slagle
and Susan DeRemer, and great-grandson of Lorna Baer.
WE HOLD IN CHRISTIAN MEMORY Jay Maxwell who joined Paxton Church in 1985
an entered the Church Triumphant on May 21, 2015. Our sympathy and prayers are
extended to his wife, Nedra, family and friends.
TODAY Pastor Green will greet at the south. The lector will greet at the
porch door and an usher will greet at the parlor door.
In silence, wait and receive together
You may receive as you are served.
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION
LOOK AROUND THE CHURCH RIGHT NOW! Notice if you haven't seen someone for
the past two Sundays. Sometime this week call them and say, "We missed you at
church." If you don't do it - who will?
TO GO REJOICING IN GOD’S NAME
* RECESSIONAL HYMN 8 “Eternal Father, Strong to Save”
* BENEDICTION
C HORAL RESPONSE “Come, Holy Spirit, Come”
POSTLUDE “Once to Every Man and Nation”
* Those who are able may stand.
Adult Choir
Roho Mwema
Williams, arr. Young
THANK YOU to the American Legion for the 50 star flags and to the Sons of the American Revolution for the Betsy Ross flags that were placed in our cemetery by the Boy
Scouts for Memorial Day.
SERMON HELP
PRAYER NOTES
SERMON THOUGHTS