First Presbyterian Church

July 30, 2017 Eighth Sunday after Pentecost 9:30 a.m.

“For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:30

GATHERING AROUND THE WORD

Prelude

Welcome and Church Life Notes

Introit

*Call to Worship (from Matt.11:28-30) (responsively)

Leader: Come to our God, all who are worn out by life

People: for it is God who provides the rest we need.

Leader: Come to our God, all who are weighed down

People: for it is our God who carries our burdens with us.

*Hymn “Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty!” #1

*Call to Confession

*Prayer of Confession (in unison)

Holy One, we confess to you and to each other that we are tired and weighed down by the mistakes we have made, even in our closest relationships with our friends, our spouses, and our partners. We give this burden to you, mindful of Jesus’ promise that he will give us rest. We trust in you. Amen.

(A moment for silent personal prayer of confession)

*Assurance of Pardon (responsively)

Leader: Friends, hear the good news of our faith: God is gracious and merciful,

People: This we believe: in Christ we are forgiven! Praise God! Amen.

*Choral Response “The Gloria”

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!

*Passing of the Peace

Leader: The Peace of the Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

PROCLAIMING THE WORD

Time for Small Disciples Adam Michael Demetros, M.Div.

(Children may leave for the Child Care Room following the children's message.)

Special Music "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms" Showalter

Andy Baldauf and Ed Goff, duet

Prayer for Illumination (in unison)

Lord, open our hearts and minds by the power of your Holy Spirit, that as

the scriptures are read and your Word is proclaimed, we may hear with

joy what you say to us today. Amen.

Psalm 145:8-14 (page 581 OT in the pew Bible)

Leader: This is the Word of the Lord.

People: Thanks be to God.

Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 (page 11 NT in the pew Bible)

Leader: The Gospel of Christ.

People: Thanks be to God.

Sermon "The Easy Yoke" Adam Michael Demetros, M.Div.

RESPONDING TO THE WORD

*Hymn “Blessed Assurance" #839

*(Ushers gather in the narthex at this time.)

*Affirmation of Faith – The Apostles’ Creed – (Traditional version) (in unison)

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; on 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.

Presentation of our Tithes, Gifts & Offerings Call to the Offering Offertory *Choral Response “The Doxology” #606

*Prayer of Dedication (in unison) Blessed are you God of all creation; through your goodness we have

these gifts to share. Accept and use our offerings for your glory and for

the service of your kingdom. Amen.

Sharing Joys and Concerns

Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer

… “forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors”

*Parting Hymn “Be Thou My Vision” #450

*Benediction

*Song on the Way “May the God of Hope Go with Us” #765

*Postlude

*You may stand.

Guest Pastor: Adam Michael Demetros, MPA, Princeton Theological Seminary M.Div. Interim Pastor: Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays Music Director/ Organist: Billy Meredith 4 Clinton Street, Delhi, NY 13753

Liturgist: Deacon Kevin Lee Phone: (607) 746-2155

Fax # (607) 746-2156 Web Site: www.fpcdelhi.org e-mail: office@fpcdelhi.org

The First Presbyterian Church Delhi, New York

First Presbyterian Church actively exists as the living body of Christ, committed to growing in faithfulness to God, serving the whole human family

and welcoming all people into God’s love. (Our Mission Statement)

SUNDAY July 30

9:30 am Worship (Sanctuary)

MONDAY July 31

9:00 am Fitness Class (Chapel) 10:00 am Monday Morning Bridge (BR) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR)

TUESDAY August 1

11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 5:30 pm Weight Watchers (Chapel) 6:00 pm Crafters Club at Betty Bell’s home

WEDNESDAY August 2

7:30 am SPARKS at Crossroads Café 9:00 am Fitness Class (Chapel or FH) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR)

THURSDAY August 3

9:00 am Kirk Work Day (Kirk, Social Room) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 6:30 pm Yoga (Chapel)

FRIDAY August 4

9:00 am – 2:00 pm The Kirk Thrift Shoppe is open! 10:00 am Gentle Yoga (Chapel) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR)

SATURDAY August 5

9:00 am – 2:00 pm The Kirk Thrift Shoppe is open! 10:00 am Graveside Service for Eugene Vandenbord (Bovina Cemetery) 11:00 am Graveside Service for Jody Conroe at Lakeview Cemetery, Skaneateles (Connie Beall’s mother)

SUNDAY August 6

9:30 am Worship (Sanctuary)

RR – Red Room; CR – Conference Room; FH – Fellowship Hall; BR – Blue Room

We welcome everyone each Sunday for worship. Our summer worship (9:30 am) schedule will run June 4 – September 3 this year. Worship will begin at 9:30 a.m. those Sundays.

Taizé Prayer – A service of song, silence and contemplation will be held the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm. The August 17th service will be held at United Ministry. These services are sponsored by the Delhi Clergy Association. Thought for today: “Pray often; for prayer is a shield to the soul, a sacrifice to God, and a scourge for Satan.” —John Bunyan

First Presbyterian Church

of Delhi, New York Church Life: July 30, 2017

Brothers and sisters, thank you for your presence at worship today. Our praise is stronger and our prayers are deeper because of each precious individual enriching the whole. Welcome!

“Search me, God, and know my heart … lead me in the way everlasting” (Psalm 139:23-24, NIV). Amen.

We invite everyone to take a moment during the offertory to sign the Church Attendance Register. A special welcome is extended to all who are visiting with us this morning. We hope that your worship experience will be meaningful and enjoyable. If you are interested in learning more about First Presbyterian Church or becoming a member of this congregation, please speak with Pastor Lisa Ruth, the Church Office or any Elder.

This morning we WELCOME Adam Demetros to our pulpit. Adam is a native of Vestal, NY and a graduate from Binghamton University where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Socio-Cultural Anthropology with a concentration in religious studies. While studying for his undergraduate degree, Adam began to feel a calling to administer to the community of Christ Jesus. Subsequently, he moved to the Poconos to pursue a Master's of Public Administration in nonprofit religious organizations from East Stroudsburg University. After graduation, Adam went on to Princeton Theological Seminary to further explore his calling and to prepare for ordered ministry in the Presbyterian Church (USA). Adam graduated this past May with a Master's of Divinity and is currently a candidate for ministry. He recently moved back into the Vestal area where his fiancée, Amanda, will be attending Binghamton University for her Master's Degree in Literacy Education. We are thankful Adam is leading us in worship this morning.

The TRUSTEES responsible for counting today are Art Maxwell and Steve McKeegan. The Trustees responsible for counting on August 6 are Tom Leo and Steve McKeegan.

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP BAGS are available in the hospitality room on the shelves. Children are welcome to select a bag with items of their choosing to use during worship. CHILDREN’S BULLETINS are also available. The CHILD CARE ROOM will be available to parents today during the worship service. Child care is usually provided from after the children's sermon until the end of worship most Sundays.

The SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES will resume September 10.

The Daily Bread and Upper Room Devotionals are available on the information racks in the narthex and outside the church office. If you wish to make a contribution to defray the cost, there is a wooden box in the Narthex or you may drop off contributions in the church office.

The Holiday Bazaar is Saturday November 4th! Interested crafters please come to Betty Bell's house on Tuesday for the Crafters Club from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Betty has many crafting supplies and project ideas.

We are having an open house for a celebration for Ava Sprague, at our home on Friday, August 18th from 5 pm - 11 pm. Please come to celebrate Ava’s recovery! We want to thank everyone who has helped us through this difficult time. Trish & Brian Sprague, 1552 Peakes Brook Rd, Delhi.

Come Join the Fun! What says summer better than a campfire? A campfire with friends! Campfire Thursdays will continue August 10 at the home of Kathy and Kevin Sullivan and August 24 at the home of Joe and Gia Cantwell. Come enjoy one another's company and a S'More! If you play guitar, feel free to bring it!! The fun starts at 7:30!

Let's get together on Tuesday, August 22 and go out for dinner and a show! The Forestburgh Playhouse puts on a dinner and Cabaret before the real show for $28.50 and then we will watch Crazy for You for $44. There are brochures in the office for more details about the show. We will meet at the church at 3:30 to arrange carpooling and head out from there. Dinner starts at 6:00. Call the church office or Carolyn Massey or Susie Little for details.

REMEMBER YOUR DONATION

FOR THE FOOD BANK! SPECIAL NEEDS – Bread,

Summer Breakfast and Lunch foods

Pastor Lisa will be out of the office July 29 - August 8. You may direct all pastoral concerns to the office and they will be addressed by our Elders.

The Kirk Thrift Shoppe really appreciates all the wonderful donations and wants to extend a huge thanks to everyone for their support! Also to all the volunteers who have helped make The Kirk a success- it has become a true fellowship project, with new friendships being formed among the volunteers but also with some regular customers who come in often. Everyone knows we put out new items every week! Mid-August we will start bringing out some back to school clothes and items- so keep an eye out here! Also remember to buy raffle tickets for the Office for the Aging quilt- the winner will be drawn at the Delhi Harvest Festival on Sat. Sept 23rd. To all the Holiday Bazaar chairs- we are saving a lot of books, Christmas, white elephant, jewelry, children, crafts and silent auction Items and I am sure there will be much more by Sat Nov. 4th!

Alzheimer’s care team – If you are interested in supporting others by serving on an Alzheimer’s care team, please contact the office. The team would provide respite for people who are struggling to care for someone in their home with Alzheimer’s or other memory loss diseases. Training is provided (3 hours). A four person team would then have a 2 hour time commitment each month. Brochures with additional information are available in the church office and on the bulletin board in the office hallway.

Thoughts on Giving: “We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” - ROMANS 8:28 Do you really trust God? Do you believe that all things work for good? Faith is a challenge for everyone at times. Putting our trust in God, in everything we do, means that God’s plan for our lives may be different than our plan. When one door closes, another one opens. Trust in God, His plan is always better. Stewardship Prayer: That we learn to put our trust in God in everything we do.

The Per Capita amount for 2017 has been set at $36.60 per member.

Attendance week of 7-23-17 57 The amount needed each week The amount given week of 7-23-17

$1,972.00 $2,143.75

The amount needed year-to-date The amount given YTD as of 7-23-17 Fuel Fund given YTD as of 7-23-17

Mission giving week of 7-23-17 Mission giving YTD as of 7-23-17

$59,160.00 $63,062.49

$3,022.20

$184.00 $3,118.98

Apportionment Needed 2017 Apportionment received YTD as of 7-23-17

$6,734.40 $2,223.06