THE GATHERING

The service of worship begins with the prelude; quiet is requested as you enter the sanctuary and prepare for worship. Ordinarily applause is held until the conclusion of the Postlude. In the spirit of Christian fellowship, we invite you to wear a name tag which is available from the greeters. As a community that prays with and for one another, we invite you to share your joys and concerns by using the prayer cards available from the ushers. Those parts of the Service of Worship in which the congregation participates in word or song are noted in bold type. *Please stand as you are able.

PRELUDE Prelude and Fugue in C Minor BWV 549 J. S. Bach

* HYMN 466 O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing Azmon

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

CALL TO CONFESSION

PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Gracious Lord, we are ashamed to admit the times we take your blessings for granted; times we pray only when we have needs to be met. Forgive us and empower us to embrace the entirety of our lives with gratitude. May our lives be visible expressions of our thanks for your grace, mercy and love towards us. We pray this in your holy name.

PRAYERS OF SILENT AND INDIVIDUAL CONFESSION

  LIVE  boldly 

  SHARE  boundlessly 

  GROW  community 

  BUILD  God’s world 

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN

CHURCH OF ENGLEWOOD

October 13, 2019 Eleven o’clock

TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

WORDS OF ASSURANCE

Leader: Friends, believe and proclaim the Good News: in Jesus Christ, love breaks through hatred, hope breaks

through despair, life breaks through death.

People: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven, loved, and set free. Thanks be to God! Amen.

* CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Hymnal No. 579 Gloria Patri

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.

TIME WITH CHILDREN

+ Children and Youth leave for Church School. +

* EXCHANGE OF PEACE

Leader: Let us open our hearts to one another as Christ has opened his heart to us, and God will be glorified.

People: The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

(Exchange Signs of Reconciliation and the Peace of Christ with your neighbor - e.g., “The Peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you.”

Response - “And also with you.”)

* HYMN Are Ye Able, Said the Master Beacon Hill

THE WORD

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

FIRST LESSON Jeremiah 29:1,4-7

ANTHEM He Watching Over Israel (from “Elijah”) Mendelssohn

He watching over Israel slumbers not, nor sleeps. Shouldst thou, walking in grief, languish, he will quicken thee.

SECOND LESSON Luke 17:11-19

SERMON “Identity” Rev. Richard S. Hong

THE OFFERING

OFFERTORY O Salutaris Dupré

O saving Victim opening wide The gate of heaven to all below. Our foes press on from every side; Thine aid supply, Thy strength bestow.

To Thy great name be endless praise Immortal Godhead, One in Three; Oh, grant us endless length of days, In our true native land with Thee.

* THE DOXOLOGY Old Hundredth

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all creatures here below. Praise God above, ye heavenly host. Creator, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.

PASTORAL PRAYER & THE LORD’S PRAYER

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.

THE SENDING OUT

* HYMN 555 Now Thank We All Our God Nun Danket Alle Gott

* BENEDICTION

* CHORAL AMEN

POSTLUDE Triumphal March on “Nun Danket” Karg-Elert

Our worship ends with the conclusion of the Postlude. (It is the custom of our church to remain seated. Those who wish to leave may do so.)

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NOTES ON TODAY’S MUSIC

The Prelude and Fugue in C minor BWV549 is an early work of Bach from his years as organist at Mühlhausen (1703-1708) and which embodies stylistic elements deriving from Böhm, Buxtehude and Bruhns. Distinctly static in nature, the fugue is reminiscent of the Thuringia style (Buttstett), and is largely just for keyboards, although the last entry of the subject is entrusted to the pedals. Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) was one of the great early Romantic composers. He wrote profusely in almost all genres and, inspired by Bach and by Handel’s “Messiah” wrote “Elijah” a major oratorio for chorus, soloists and orchestra. “He watching over Israel” is one of the most famous choruses from this. Organist Marcel Dupré (1886-1971) performed over 2000 recitals throughout Europe and North America including the complete works of Bach from memory. In 1934, Dupré succeeded Charles-Marie Widor as titular organist at St. Sulpice in Paris, a post he held until his death in 1971. He was one of the most influential organ teachers of the 20th Century. This small motet was one of a set of four written during World War I for use at Ste. Sulpice. Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877- 1933) was a German composer of considerable fame, best known for his choral works, orchestral music, and especially his compositions for organ and harmonium. Sigfried Karg studied music at the Leipzig Conservatory, where he would become a staff member in 1919. In the early part of his career, his agent suggested he add Elert to his surname. Karg-Elert's works, especially those written for organ, enjoyed reasonable popularity in the United States.

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TODAY’S SCRIPTURE READINGS

Jeremiah 29:1,4-7 (NRSV) These are the words of the letter that the prophet Jeremiah sent from Jerusalem to the remaining elders among the exiles, and to the priests, the prophets, and all the people, whom Nebuchadnezzar had taken into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon. 4Thus says the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel, to all the exiles whom I have sent into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon: 5Build houses and live in them; plant gardens and eat what they produce. 6Take wives and have sons and daughters; take wives for your sons, and give your daughters in marriage, that they may bear sons and daughters; multiply there, and do not decrease. 7But seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.

Luke 17:11-19 (NRSV) On the way to Jerusalem Jesus was going through the region between Samaria and Galilee. 12As he entered a village, ten lepers approached him. Keeping their distance, 13they called out, saying, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!” 14When he saw them, he said to them, “Go and show yourselves to the priests.” And as they went, they were made clean. 15Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice. 16He prostrated himself at Jesus’ feet and thanked him. And he was a Samaritan. 17Then Jesus asked, “Were not ten made clean? But the other nine, where are they? 18Was none of them found to return and give praise to God except this foreigner?” 19Then he said to him, “Get up and go on your way; your faith has made you well.”

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Prayer Requests

Do you wish to submit a prayer request during worship? You can either fill out a prayer card available at the greeter stations and drop it in the offering, or you can text your request to 201-500-3914. Our Lay Assistant this morning is Paul M. Piergentile. Paul is currently on the support staff for the 4 and 5 year old sunday school class after serving previously as a deacon. Paul and his wife Janice were married at FPC in 2006 and currently reside in Oradell. They have 2 children, Christian who is 10 and Gabriella who is 7. The family is excited about the growth of the Church in the past 10 years they have been members. Paul is a practicing chiropractor in Franklin Lakes NJ. The Special Candle on the worship table celebrates the birth of Delphine Sora Wuertz born on October 10, 2019 to Rob and Grace Wuertz and big brother, Emmett.

The Elders: Richard Bennett, David Bishop, Eunice Dartey, Bruce Forshee, Akira Fujitsuka, Melissa Gagnon, Moon Han, Paul Kang, Arlene Mattis, Paul Platek, Robert Ryder, Jeffrey Sammis, Caridad Schweizer, Hung-En Sung, Candida Urena.

Clerk of Session: Sandy Bishop Moderator: Reverend Richard Hong. The Session consists of the Moderator, the Elders, and the Clerk of Session.

The Deacons: Michael Bales, Muriel Brantley, Elizabeth Carson, Sheila Chen, Avery DiMaria, John Fraser, Rosetta Forshee, Miguelina Happle, J.B. Holderness, Nicole Kim, Sara Lee, Jean Rohloff, Emily Secor, Philip Tamis. Moderator: Sheila Chen Staff: Reverend Richard Hong

COFFEE & CONVERSATION is in the Chapel at 10 am and 12 pm. Come, enjoy some refreshments and meet friends. NEW ADULT BIBLE STUDY - Do you want a fully enhanced and expanded experience of each week's message? You are invited to the "90-Second" Study Group in the East Room from 10:05-10:45 am (between the 9 am and 11 am services) as we present the 90-Second Sermon video, followed by a group discussion of the scripture on which it is based. Whether you just heard the message at 9 am or are about to at 11 am, this will enrich your worship experience. Facilitated by Melissa Gagnon, J.B. Holderness, and Hung En Sung, you'll have an opportunity to connect with one another. The church nursery is available during this hour. PUMPKIM PATCH - Starting today, we need pumpkin sellers each day until October 31st, if you have time to share for a shift, you may sign up at https://fpce.us/patch2019. Thank you in advance. SABBATH: AN ADULT STUDY. We learned the commandment, "Remember the Sabbath, to keep it holy", but few of us practice Sabbath-keeping. On Tuesday, October 15 at 7 pm in the Chapel, Pastor Rich will lead us in a discussion of Sabbath practices as they have evolved, and how you might apply this in your life. THE INDOOR LABYRINTH will be available for walking and personal meditation on Friday, October 18, from 4-7 pm and Saturday, October 19, from 12-4 pm. Enter through the marked door on the north east side of the church. The Labyrinth Committee will be there to welcome you and answer any questions you may have. Light refreshments will be served. The outdoor Labyrinth is always available for walking during daylight hours. It is located on the back lawn outside Elmore Hall. We encourage you to take advantage of this unique way of reflecting on your individual experience. FAMILY GAME NIGHT - Are you going?? It is time to play again! This Friday, October 18 at 6 pm in the Art Loft. If you wish, bring something to share! RSVP to Felicia@Englewoodpres.org. All are welcome! MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL BREAKFAST - Meet up with your fellow FPC friends for breakfast October 20 at 10 am in the Youth Lounge. This is strategically placed after the 9 am and before the 11 am service, so all are able to attend. Open to 6th grade and up! Bring a friend with you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

TEEN FRIDAYS - We meet every 2nd and 4th Friday night of the month 6 pm. Dates for 2019: October 25, November 8, November 22, December 13. We will share dinner, faith and fun! Please bring a friend with you! Contact Felicia@Englewoodpres.org for more info and to register! PUMPKIN FEST! Are you joining us?? Bring your friends & neighbors to our Annual Pumpkin Fest on Saturday, October 26, 2019 from 11 am - 2 pm Face painting, magic show, musical clown and yummy treats. STREAMING - Did you know that you can stream both the contemporary and traditional services live AND at any time during the week? The services are available at both fpce.live and on our church Facebook page.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 150 EAST PALISADE AVENUE, ENGLEWOOD, NJ 07631

(201) 568-7373 www.englewoodpres.org

* * * * * * * * ALL MEMBERS OF THE CHURCH - MINISTERS THE REVEREND RICHARD S. HONG - PASTOR

DR. DAVID MACFARLANE - ORGANIST AND CHOIRMASTER FELICIA ARRIGOITIA - DIRECTOR OF FAMILY MINISTRIES

DANIELLE DE LAURENTIS - OFFICE MANAGER BETH MORRISON - OFFICE ASSOCIATE

ANALIA BROWN - BOOKKEEPER GARIN KASSIS - CUSTODIAN

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