WEBSTER GROVESPRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

REFORMATION SUNDAYOctober 27, 2019

10:30 a.m.

OUR MISSIONWe seek to live Christ’s love,

welcome all people and joyfully serve God.

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Service for the Lord’s DayWhen this symbol precedes an element of the service, please rise in body or spirit.

Prelude: “Medley of Scottish Pipe Tunes” Traditional Matt Pantaleoni, Piper

GATHERING FOR GOD’S WORD

OPENING WORDS

Leader: Praise is due to you, O God, in Zion; happy are those whom you chooseand bring near to live in your courts.

People: We shall be satisfied with the goodness of your house, your holy temple.

Leader: You crown the year with your bounty; the pastures of the wilderness overflow;the hills gird themselves with joy;

People: The meadows clothe themselves with flocks, the valleys deck themselveswith grain, they shout and sing together for joy.

PROCESSIONAL: “Scotland the Brave” Traditional

HYMN “Sing A New Song to the Lord” MANZ(sing refrain at the hand motion of the director)

CALL TO CONFESSION

PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Merciful God, hope of your people in every age,we confess that we have sinned against you.We have wandered from your pathways,turned toward idols,lived without compassion,and disregarded the well-being of your creation.So, waken our hearts, O Lord, our God;Make them ever watchful to serve You and Your purposes.

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Trouble us with the smallness of our vision and work.Trouble us with the greatness of Your command to make disciples of all people.Trouble us with Your great love for sinners and our slowness to make You ourgreatest love.Trouble us with the brevity of our lives and time, talent, and treasure not invested ineternity.Comfort us by drawing us near to Yourself with the cords of Your unfailing and ever present mercy. Amen.

ASSURANCE OF PARDON

PROCLAIMING GOD’S WORD

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

READING FROM THE NEW TESTAMENT Luke 18:9-14 Pew Bible, pg. 81

SERMON John Hughes

SILENCE FOR REFLECTION

RESPONDING TO GOD’S WORD

50 TO 60 YEAR MEMBER RECOGNITION

50 yearsMillie Beuc Dora M. FriedewaldDelores GottshallMarjorie W. GreenGeorgia Johnson Alan A. McClelland Emmy McClellandEric P. SeilerElaine H. SeilerElizabeth (Liz) C. WatkinsSally Weisenfels

51 yearsJane T. HammondWilliam F. JamesKaren B. JamesWayne LothElizabeth (Betty) Smith Harlan S. TappmeyerPatricia (Patti Jo) Tappmeyer

52 YearsDonna L. Bellows Jeanine CookJere F. DoroughJoan EvansBetty S. Galyon (Emeritis)Nancy M. HansbroughVirginia J. ItshnerLinda M. NelsonAlbert L. PhillipsJanice A. PhillipsJudith L. Viox

53 yearsLawrence W. Colbert Jacqueline C. Gable (Jackie Lynell M. Mueller Sally RavensbergMartha (Marti) Ward

54 yearsE. Eugene BeattyMargaret L BeattyJoan Brucker

55 yearsAnn F. Arnold Jane FergerMia C. Walters

56 yearsEileen S. HackerDorothy A. KinstlerBarbara MennellThomas W. Schulte

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57 yearsBetty CornwellCarol A. JonesHarold JonesSue O. McMillanBetsy Wacker

58 YearsFrank E. BloemkeJudy BloemkeShirley R. CliftonHarold C. KaldeFrederick Perabo

59 Years Marion G. CairnsDr. Joseph O’KeefeSylvia L. StollSara C. Yates

60 YearsJacqueline M. (Mina) BarrettFreda CookBarbara W. Hemphill

BAPTISM AND PROFESSION OF FAITH

PRESENTATION

Leader: As many of you as were baptized into Christhave clothed yourselves with Christ.

People: There is no longer Jew or Greek,there is no longer slave or free,there is no longer male and female;for all are one in Christ Jesus.

PROFESSION OF FAITH

APOSTLES CREED

I 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 handof 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.

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BAPTISM

LAYING ON OF HANDS

OFFERING INVITATION

PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY “Highland Cathedral” Roever / Korb Matt Pantaleoni, Piper

DOXOLOGY “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow” LASST UNS ERFREUEN

PRAYER OF DEDICATION

HYMN # 402 “How Lovely, Lord” MERLE’S TUNE

CHARGE

BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE “March of the Cameron Men” Traditional (You are invited to remain seated to enjoy the prelude.)

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WORSHIP NOTES

Some prayers and liturgical texts for worship are provided by:

Book of Common Worship. (2016). Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press.

Call to Worship. (2018). Louisville: Office of Theology and Worship of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

Feasting On The Word. (2012). Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press.

T HOSE WHO SERVE TODAY

Ushers: Glenn Seitz, Mike Kearney, Renee Bennett, Dan Egley, Karen Imse, Art Kramer, Janice Seele, Steve Seele, Denise Thomas

Greeters: Glenn Seitz, Joan Evans, Mabie Family

Office Volunteers: Jim Gloeckner, Mary Gloeckner

Fellowship Snack Provider: Anne Carpenter

Flower Delivery: Anne Carpenter, Ann & Wayne Spohr

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WELCOME MATT PANTALEONI

About Matt Pantaleoni, PiperMusic in a Great Place Reformation SundayTODAY @ 10:30 Worship Service

Matt Pantaleoni is one of the top pipers in the United States.  As well as competing at the highest level across North America, he is one of a handful of American pipers who travel to Scotland each summer to compete against the top players in the world. Matt began his piping lessons in 1997 with Bill Henry of the old St. Louis Inveraan Pipe Band and soon progressed onto the pipes.  He began attending the Balmoral Schools of Piping and Drumming in his summers where he was able to meet and study with some of the world’s top pipers. After graduating from the University of Chicago in 2003, Matt moved back to St. Louis and is now a full time musician and music teacher offering private lessons on the pipes.  In January 2008, Matt became a lecturer in music at the Missouri University of Science and Technology and is starting a pipe band at the university. After a successful run in the top amateur solo competitions in North America, including back to back wins at the US Piping Foundation amateur championship in 2001 and 2002, Matt was upgraded to

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the Professional competition grade in the US in 2003 and currently competes in the ‘B’ Grade light music and Silver Medal piobaireachd competitions at the Argyllshire Gathering (Oban) and the Northern Meeting (Inverness), the two premier Scottish solo competitions each year that draw the top pipers from around the world.

Bulletin CoverThe most enduring symbol of the Lutheran Reformation is the seal that Luther himself designed to represent his theology. By the early 1520s, this seal begins to appear on the title page of Luther’s works.The most enduring symbol of the Lutheran Reformation is the seal that Luther himself designed to represent his theology. By the early 1520s, this seal begins to appear on the title page of Luther’s works. Here is how Luther himself explained its meaning:

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Grace and peace from the Lord; as you desire to know whether my painted seal, which you sent to me, has hit the mark, I shall answer most amiably and tell you my original thoughts and reason about why my seal is a symbol of my theology. The first should be a black cross in a heart, which retains its natural color, so that I myself would be reminded that faith in the Crucified saves us. “For one who believes from the heart will be justified.” Although it is indeed a black cross, which mortifies and which should also cause pain it leaves the heart in its natural color, it does not corrupt nature, that is, it does not kill but keeps alive. “The just shall live by faith” but by faith in the crucified. Such a heart should stand in the middle of a white rose, to show that faith gives joy, comfort, and peace. In other words, it places the believer into a white, joyous rose, for this faith does not give peace and joy like the world gives; that is why the rose should be white and not red, for white is the color of the spirits and the angels; such a rose should stand in a sky-blue field, symbolizing that such joy in spirit and faith is a beginning of the heavenly future joy, which begins already, but is grasped in hope, not yet revealed. And around this field is a golden ring, symbolizing that such blessedness in Heaven lasts forever and has no end; such blessedness is exquisite, beyond all joy and goods, just as gold is the most valuable, most precious and best metal. This is my summary of theology. I have wanted to show it to you in good friendship, hoping for your appreciation. May Christ, our beloved Lord, be with your spirit until the life hereafter. Amen.

WORD OF WELCOMECHILDREN ARE ALWAYS WELCOME IN WORSHIP AT WGPC! Worship Activity Bags are located at each entrance to the Sanctuary.

NURSERY CARE While some children prefer to stay with their parents in worship, others enjoy the opportunity to meet new friends, play and learn stories from the Bible. Mrs. Robin is ready to greet your child with a happy smile and a generous spirit. The nursery is open from 8:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If there are no children in the nursery by 11:30 a.m., the nursery room will remain open for parents and children to enjoy together. There will be no nursery attendants on duty.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRIES Children and youth are not forgotten at WGPC! Classes, activities and fellowship opportunities designed with them in mind happen most Sunday evenings. Please refer to the calendar for ages and times, or contact Cherstin Byers at chb@wgpc.org for more information.

LARGE-PRINT BULLETINS AND HYMNALS, hearing devices, and cushions are also available. One of our ushers would be happy to assist you.

PLEASE REMEMBER TO SIGN THE FRIENDSHIP PADS located at the end of each pew.

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WATER AND LOZENGES Got a tickle in your throat? Relax. Just head to the Narthex (back of the sanctuary) where the ushers have water and lozenges for your comfort.

CHANCEL FLOWERS The Chancel Flowers are given to the Glory of God, the gift of Steve and Janice Seele.

OUR UPCOMING COMMUNITY LIFE TOGETHER

   Empty Bowls Soup DinnerSunday, November 3rd, 2019 - 4:30 to 7:00 pm

Webster Hills Methodist Christian Life Center1333 W. Lockwood

Enjoy a hearty bowl of soup and artisan breads donated by local restaurants, and take home a handcrafted bowl as a

reminder of those whose bowls go empty. Proceeds support the work of Webster-Rock Hill Ministries to feed and assist

those in need in our community.

Admission to the event in advance or at the door:$15 for adults, $5 for students (K-12),

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MINISTRY STAFF

Pastor: Rev. Edwin Zumwinkel IIIAssociate Pastor: Rev. Hannah ZylaPastoral Assistant for Congregational Care: John RawlingsDirector of Music Ministries/Organist: Shawn PortellMusic/Organist Assistant: Ted CronbaughDirector of Youth and Family Ministries: Brian KuhnInterim Director of Youth and Family Ministries: Summer KohringDirector of Early childhood Center/ Nursery Coordinator: Robin CannonMission Outreach Coordinator: Beth KazlauskasConnections Coordinator: Tracey RapisardoBusiness Administrator: Jan ScheurerSenior Staff Assistant: Valerie HamptonAssistant for Children, Youth, and Family Ministries: Cherstin ByersCustodial Supervisor: Pete Brennan

efz@wgpc.orghmd@wgpc.orgjdrtsn@gmail.comspp@wgpc.orgted.cronbaugh@gmail.comon sabbaticalslk@wgpc.orgrwc@wgpc.orgbok@wgpc.orgtar@wgpc.orgjls@wgpc.orgvph@wgpc.orgchb@wgpc.org(314)-962-9210 ext 3212

45 West Lockwood AvenueWebster Groves, MO 63119

www.wgpc.org(314)-962-9210

children under five eat free.

Tickets can be purchased from Beth Kazlauskas in Fellowship Hall after services today, or at the door on November 3rd.

During worship on November 17 you can help us support teens who are dealing with homelessness by bringing items to help create snack kits, and by joining us in Fellowship Hall between services to create the kits. Items requested include individual-serving sized packages of granola bars, Pop Tarts, Vienna sausages, beef jerky, nuts, crackers, candy bars, gum, and trail mix. As an act of thanksgiving and gratefulness we will bring these items forward during the offering at both services.

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CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRIES meeting today

Infant – PreK:Nursery 8:15 a.m. - noon 1st floor nursery

PreK-3rd Grade:Children’s Choir 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Room 208Holy Moly (PreK-1st) 5:15 - 6:00 p.m. Room 210Whirl (2nd & 3rd) 5:15 - 6:00 p.m. Room 209

4th & 5th Grade:Celebration 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Room 211Celebration Bell Ringers 5:15 - 6:00 p.m. Room 207B

6th – 8th Grade:Celtics 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Youth Lounge

9th – 12th Grade:Agape 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Youth Lounge

ADULT EDUCATIONOctober 27 - DRAP (Dismantling Racism and Privilege) Report, Diane McCullough. WGPC member Diane McCullough will lead a report and discussion of the recent DRAP journey to Montgomery, AL where they visited the sites developed by the Equal Justice Initiative founded by Bryan Stevenson ("Just Mercy"). Please plan to attend!

The St. Louis region and Webster Groves in particular are grappling with the issue of affordable housing. During the education hour on November 3, come hear our own Brad Goss, a real estate attorney with 35 years of experience in real estate development, zoning, construction, leasing, and municipal law, discuss the ways in which zoning and building codes affect the availability of affordable housing.

                      Join us on Sunday November 24th for adult education as we continue to celebrate God’s gift of trees and learn more about Forest ReLeaf of Missouri from Cory Knoblach.   Forest Releaf operates the only nonprofit community-assisted tree nursery in the region and since its inception in 1993 has planted more than 200,000 trees throughout Missouri and Illinois.  They have increased the tree canopy in low-income areas and assisted with reforestation after major weather disasters.  For more information see moreleaf.org 

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Sunday, 27 October

All Day – Reformation Sunday8:30 a.m. - Informal Worship Communion8:30 a.m. – Music In A Great Place9:30 a.m. – Diving Deeper9:30 a.m. – Faith in Real Life10:30 a.m. – Joining Sunday 10:30 a.m. – Traditional Worship 10:30 a.m. – Music In A Great Place11:30 a.m. – Reception for 50 Year Members4:30 p.m. – Celebration4:30 p.m. – Celtics4:30 p.m. – Children’s Choir5:15 p.m. – Celebration Bell Ringers5:15 p.m. – Holy Moly5:15 p.m. - Whirl7:00 p.m. – Agape

Monday, 28 October

10:30 a.m. – Ely Ringers4:00 p.m. – Prayer Ministry6:30 p.m. – Nicaraguan Dinner

Tuesday, 29 October

6:30 a.m. – Tuesday Prayer Meeting9:30 a.m. – Staff Meeting

Wednesday, 30 October

9:00 a.m. – Kids Day Out9:00 a.m. – Mom’s Group

Thursday, 31 October

7:00 a.m. – Men’s Bible Class8:30 a.m. – Men’s Bridge Group9:15 a.m. – ECC Halloween Parade10:00 a.m. –Disciples Bible Study12:00 p.m. – Noon Choir Practice7:00 p.m. – Chancel Choir

Friday, 01 November

12:00 p.m. – Rotary

Saturday, 02 November

9:00 a.m. – Al Anon10:00 a.m. – Presbytery Committee Meeting

Sunday, 03 November

All Day – Remembrance Sunday8:30 a.m. – Informal Worship 9:30 a.m. – Diving Deeper9:30 p.m. – Faith in Real Life10:30 a.m. – Traditional Worship3:00 p.m. – Empty Bowls Dinner4:30 p.m. – Celebration4:30 p.m. – Celtics4:30 p.m. – Children’s Choir5:15 p.m. – Celebration Bell Ringers5:15 p.m. – Holy Moly5:15 p.m. - Whirl

Give-A-Meal-A-Month October Menu

Canned Chicken and DumplingsCanned Peas – no or low saltCanned Pears – lite or in fruit juice Pancake MixAdditional Needs: Laundry Detergent“Share your belongings with your needy fellow Christians, and open your homes to strangers.”Romans 12:13

CHILDREN'S OFFERING: This fall, the children’s offering will be collected to purchase piglets through the Presbyterian Mission Agency.  Our goal is to gather $160--enough for four piglets to help provide families with an important safety net and emergency source of income.

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