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UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH61036719875500NOVEMBER 25th, 201812 Yardville-Hamilton Square RdYardville, NJ 08620(609) 585 – 5770 office.upcnj@WELCOMEYou have come to hear the Word of God, and you shall hear it read and preached. We hope that by hearing it, you will also meet the Word of God, the Living Word, Jesus, Our Savior. And we pray that you will leave our church equipped to serve him more faithfully and effectively.SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAYNovember 25th, 2018PRELUDE “Great Day” arr. D. SchelatANNOUNCEMENTSPRAYER HYMN “Breathe on Me, Breath of God” #316Breathe on me, Breath of GodFill me with life anewBreath of me, Breath of GodUntil my heart is pureBreath on me, Breath of GodTill I am wholly ThineBreath on me, Breath of GodSo shall I never dieWE COME TO WORSHIP GODCALL TO WORSHIP Leader: This is the day the Lord has made.People: Let us rejoice and be glad in it. Leader: Let us worship God.*HYMN “All Hail the Power of Jesus Christ” #142CALL TO CONFESSIONPRAYER OF CONFESSIONAlmighty God, in Jesus Christ you called us to be a servant people, and we have fallen short of that call. We have been silent when we should speak, and when we do speak our words have not always held the truth. You command us to love our neighbor but we often ignore the neighbors who are different from us. Forgive our lack of obedience to your call, and renew in us the gift of faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.SILENT PRAYERASSURANCE OF PARDON*GIVE GLORY TO GOD “Give Glory to the Father”#577Glory be to the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Ghost;As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be,World without end. Amen.As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be,World without end. Amen.Amen. Amen. Amen. Amen.Amen. Amen. Amen.PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION OLD TESTAMENT LESSON: 2 SAMUEL 23:1-41Now these are the last words of David: The oracle of David, son of Jesse, the oracle of the man who God exalted, the anointed of the Strong One of Israel: 2The spirit of the Lord speaks through me, his word is upon my tongue. 3The God of Israel has spoken, the Rock of Israel has said to me: One who rules over people justly, ruling in the fear of God, 4is like the light of morning, like the sun rising on a cloudless morning, gleaming from the rain on the grassy land.ANTHEM “Glorify Thy Name” D. AdkinsNEW TESTAMENT LESSON: JOHN 18:33-3733The Pilate entered the headquarters again, summoned Jesus, and asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” 34Jesus answered, “Do you ask this on your own, or did others tell you about me?” 35Pilate replied, “I am not a Jew, am I? Your own nation and the chief priests have handed you over to me. What have you done?” 36Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not from this world. If my kingdom were form this world, my followers would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here.” 37Pilate asked him, “So you are a king?” Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. For this I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.”SERMON“The King and His Kingdom” Rev. Terry FouseMOMENT FOR QUIET REFLECTION*HYMN “Rejoice, the Lord Is King”#155(Joys and concerns may be written on the pew cards and given to the ushers during this hymn. They will be shared during the prayers of the people, unless you mark them confidential.)WE RESPOND TO GOD’S WORD*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH – The Apostle’s CreedI believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and Earth. And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy Catholic Church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYERCONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Hear our prayer, O Lord, Hear our prayer, O LordIncline Thine ear to us, and grant us thy peace.WE PRESENT TO GOD OUR GIFTS AND OFFERINGSOFFERTORY “Of the Father’s Love Begotten” arr. D. Johnson*WE GIVE PRAISE AND THANKS TO GODPraise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him all creatures here below;Alleluia, Alleluia.Praise him above ye heavenly host; Praise Father Son and Holy Ghost.Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!*PRAYER TO DEDICATE OUR GIFTSGracious God, for all your gifts given so freely, we thank you. Bless what we have given in response to your grace. May we be faithful stewards of all that we receive. In Jesus’ name. Amen.*HYMN “Come, Christians, Join to Sing”#150WE RECEIVE GOD’S BLESSINGPOSTLUDE: “Praise My Soul the King of Heaven” arr. T. Albrecht *THOSE WHO ARE ABLE MAY STANDTODAYS FLOWERS Pat Anthony – In Memory of Loved Ones GREETERS & USHERS Jim & Lois DixonUPCOMING EVENTSOctober 28st – November 4thSun 11/25Mon 11/26Tue 11/27Wed 11/28Thurs 11/29Fri 11/30Sat 12/1Sun 12/29:30am-Adult Sunday School 9:30am-E3 Worship11am-Worship Service12pm- A/A8pm- NA12pm- A/A7pm – Women’s Book Club6pm- Boy Scout Den #17:30pm - Choir8pm- A/A8pm- A/A9:30am- Adult Sunday School9:30am-E3 Worship11am-Worship ServicePRAYER REQUESTSJD – Hospitalized, possible heart conditionDr. John Bock – CancerThanksgiving for the life of Mike Mraz, prayers for his familyThanksgiving for spending the holidays with AmyJohnFredArtDonnaTraveling mercies for those on the road for ThanksgivingLogan – An infant in Sarasota Fla who is receiving treatment for leukemiaLarry – Post stroke, long time care facilityBorek – CancerEveryone effected by the fires in CaliforniaDepression for family memberCHRISTMAS CANTATA CHOIR: The cantata will be presented on December 16, 2018 (Third Sunday of Advent) during the 11 a.m. worship service.? There will be a dress rehearsal on Sat., Dec. 8th at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary.? Weekly rehearsals are on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. WOMENS BOOK CLUB will meet on Tuesday evening, Nov. 27th at 7pm in the Bertolett Lounge. We will be discussing Clara and Mr. Tiffany by Susan Vreeland. All women of the church and their friends who enjoy good books, good fellowship, and yummy deserts are encouraged to join us. December: A Dog Named Christmas by Greg KincaidCHRISTMAS GIFT CARD CAMPAIGN BEGINNING NOVEMBER 11 with a last order date of December 9. Order forms are available in the Narthex. Please attach your check to the order form and place it in the offering plate or in the Financial Secretary mail box in the church office.MISSION SPOTLIGHT November's Mission Donation?will be two-fold -- the?monetary portion?will be given to the Presbyterian Disaster Relief Fund for the victims of recent hurricanes,?AND?we ask that you bring a?canned food item?in during the month of November to help restock Pearson Memorial's Food BankTHE SURVIVORS PROGRAM "The Christmas Carol" in Burlington, NJ on Dec.?9th is full and no more reservations can be accepted. The Survivors community project this year is to collect new sweatshirts?with hoods, hats, gloves and scarves for the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen?(TASK).?There is a box in the back of the sanctuary where you can drop?off your donations.? The deadline for your donation is December 2nd.? We?thank you in advance for your generosity.UPC will be collecting Christmas gifts again this year?for the children at Womanspace. All?items are to be?UNWRAPPED—this allows staff to best decide which child should receive the item.?HOWEVER, they welcome wrapping paper, scotch tape, gift bags, tags, and ribbon. Please?DO NOT?donate items such as Candyland, Puzzles or Violent-type themed games. GREATEST NEED IS FOR CHILDREN AGES 13 - 17.?GIFT CARDS?are more than welcome especially for teenagers (remember our Church's Gift Card Fundraiser -- it'll be a win-win).Thank you for your generosity and kindness!!!?Any questions contact Benita Rommel or Pat Anthony.?Please place items in the box next to the Gift Tree by?December?16th.OUR MISSION STATEMENTWe are called by Jesus Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit to celebrateAnd share the love of God with grace and joy. Gracefully and joyfully we seek to share our gifts in the community through: Open Doors, Diverse Worship, Innovative Education, Creative Mission, and Dynamic Service.INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIPYou are invited to make a commitment to follow Jesus Christ as Lord of Life, or to renew your commitment as a Christian Disciple. Please speak to the pastor who will talk and pray with you. If you are looking for a church home we invite you to join this family of faith and service. This is a caring congregation, open to all. Please let us know we can serve you.CHURCH STAFFMinisters: All Members of the CongregationPastors Emeriti: Rev. Terry E. Fouse, Rev. John H. MilneOrganist/Choir Director: Marilyn MachmerChurch Secretary: Katlin BriggsPRAYER REQUESTSPrayer Requests Daytime:Church officeTel. (609) 585-5770 Evening: Joyce Vaughn Tel. (609) 915-3733If you would like to make a written contribution to our worship bulletin, please forward same to the church office no later than Monday @ 12 noon. Thank you. ................
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