125 S. 3rd Street Wilmington, NC 28401 (910) 762-6688

WE GATHER TO WORSHIP

The music of the Opening Voluntary draws us from the outside world into the presence of God. In preparation for worship, you are invited

to use this time for prayerful reflection.

OPENING VOLUNTARY

“Lied and Arabesque” from 24 Pieces for Organ Louis Vierne

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS [Please pass the friendship register down the row for each person to sign.]

CHORAL INTROIT 1st Time - Children’s Choir 2nd Time - Congregation (Two Times)

CALL TO WORSHIP (from Psalm 149)

Praise the Lord! Sing to the Lord a new song, his praise in the assembly of the faithful. Let Israel be glad in its Maker; let the children of Zion rejoice in their King. Let them praise his name with dancing, making melody to him with tambourine and lyre. For the Lord takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with victory.

+HYMN 394 ES FLOG EIN KLEINS WALDVÖGELEIN

“Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation”

First Presbyterian Church Growing in Faith and Love

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All Saints’ Day November 3, 2019

Pastor on Call - (910) 338-9109

*Please leave a message and the Pastor will return your call.

REMINDER: Please be sure to silence all electronic devices upon entering the sanctuary.

Leading in Worship : Dan Lewis, Pastor Richard Aylor, Associate Pastor

Nicole Newton, Associate Pastor John Tabler, Director of Music

Blended Service Gilmour Hall 9:00 AM GATHERING MUSIC WELCOME CALL TO WORSHIP MUSIC CONFESSION, FORGIVENESS, AND PEACE MUSIC PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE TIME WITH THE YOUNG CHURCH [Three year olds through second graders are invited to come forward, place their offering in the plate and have prayer with the minister before leaving with their teachers for Children’s Worship in Room 205.]

SCRIPTURE AND SERMON Dan Lewis First Lesson - Habakkuk 1: 1-4; 2: 1-4

Second Lesson - Luke 19: 1-10 SERMON

“Come Down, My Friend” OFFERING THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER MUSIC BENEDICTION SENDING MUSIC

Members of this church who have entered the

Church Triumphant November 1, 2018 - November 1, 2019

Mrs. Jessie Leigh Boney

Mr. James Donald (JD) Causey

Mrs. Kathleen Hansen

Mr. Gerald Leon Honaker

Mrs. Margaret Shelton Jones

Mr. Dale F. Keller Jr.

Mrs. Elisabeth Lafaurie Loving

Mr. Samuel Evart Markley

Miss Janet McBane

Mrs. Evelyn Smith

Mrs. Pamela Nancy Tulloch

Mrs. Sherry Powell Weaver

Mindful During the Holidays Join the Health and Wellness team to learn how to stay mindful during the holidays and receive healthy holiday recipes and tips. Wednesday November 6th from 5-5:45pm in Gilmour Hall.

Youth Pie Sale Order blanks in the Gathering Place. All pies must be ordered by Wednesday November 20th to be picked up Sunday, November 24th. All proceeds will go toward our mission trip to Puerto Rico this summer.

Music at First Tonight Music at First presents Kathryn Findlen, mezzo soprano. John Tabler, piano - Christina Brier, harp - Nathan Leyland, cello - Nicki Richmond, flute. First Presbyterian Church Sanctuary. Concert is free and open to the public.

Scheduling and Publication Information Please call the office 910-762-6688, or send an email to calendar@firstonthird.org to reserve a room for your classes or meetings, or if you need to make changes to a previously scheduled event.

Stephen Ministry Therefore as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Colossians 3:12 Paul reminds us that the church has a responsibility to care for the sick, the poor, and the widowed. Caring must go beyond good intentions. It involves actions. Stephen Ministers have been trained to care, to support, to listen, and to share. If you or someone you know would like a caregiver, please contact Janice Clark, 228-8584, or the church, 762-6688.

Adult Sunday School Chapel Class, Session Room: November 3- Faith Leads to Holy Living, Self-examination, 2 Corinthi-ans 13: 1-11 Forum Class, Room 101: November 3- The Religion of Islam Journey Class: Room 305: A discussion group open to all. Studying the book of Revelation using the Efird Bible Study Series this year with time taken to have studies on Advent and Lent

Chapel Class November 3: FAITH LEADS TO HOLY LIVING Self-examination 2 Corinthians 13: 1-11 November 10: FAITH LEADS TO HOLY LIVING Jonathan Washburn Be an Example of Faith 1 Thessalonians 1: 2-10

Stewardship Season Our theme is Excel in the Grace of Giving! Pledge cards have been mailed, or you may use the online pledge link. Please return the card or pledge online by November 15. Remember, Consecration Sun-day is November 17. There will be a combined worship at 11 am and we’ll all have lunch together after.

SECOND LESSON Luke 19: 1-10 The Word of the Lord. Pew Bible P. 82 Thanks be to God.

SERMON Dan Lewis “Come Down, My Friend”

WE RESPOND TO GOD’S WORD

+HYMN 506 “Look Who Gathers at Christ’s Table!” COPELAND

+AFFIRMATION OF FAITH - from A Brief Statement of Faith

In life and in death we belong to God. Through the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit, we trust in the one triune God, the Holy One of Israel, whom alone we worship and serve. With believers in every time and place, we rejoice that nothing in life or in death can separate us from the love of God in Jesus Christ our Lord. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.

OFFERING OFFERTORY ANTHEM “In Remembrance” Jeffery L. Ames Lux aeterna, Luceateis, Domine. Turn to me and be gracious for my heart is in distress. Oh God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken me? My tears linger at night, but joy comes in the morning light.

+DOXOLOGY (606) OLD HUNDREDTH

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

+PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING AND 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.

CALL TO CONFESSION Brothers and Sisters, why do we confess our sin? Because all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God. But why do we do it together? Because we are a community, a covenant people. PRAYER OF CONFESSION Eternal God, in every age you have raised up men and women to

live and die in faith. We confess that we have been indifferent to your will. You call us to proclaim your name, but we are silent. You call us to do what is just, but we remain idle. You call us to live faithfully, but we are afraid. In your mercy, forgive us. Give us courage to follow in your way, so that joined with those from ages past who have served you with faith, hope, and love, we may inherit the kingdom you have promised to your children...

SILENT PRAYER KYRIE MERBECKE Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us.

ASSURANCE OF PARDON Sisters and Brothers, our righteousness is found in Christ alone, a gift of God by faith. Beloved, believe the good news: Through the grace of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.

+CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE 447 “We Are Forgiven” WE ARE FORGIVEN

We are forgiven. We are forgiven. Thanks be to God. Thanks be to God.

PASSING OF THE PEACE

The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you all! And also with you!

TIME WITH THE YOUNG CHURCH [Three year olds through second graders are invited to come forward, place their offering in the plate and have prayer with the minister before leaving with their teachers for Children’s Worship. Ages 3 - K meet in Room 208; Grades 1 & 2 meet in Room 311.]

WE PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION FIRST LESSON Habakkuk 1: 1-4; 2: 1-4

The Word of the Lord. Pew Bible P. P. 871-872 Thanks be to God.

THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER

WE GO IN GOD’S NAME

+HYMN 298 “Lord, You Give the Great Commission” ABBOT’S LEIGH

+CHARGE & BENEDICTION +CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE (ALL) CLOSING VOLUNTARY

“Carilon de Westminister, Op. 54, No. 6” Louise Vierne

If you leave before worship’s conclusion, please do so silently in

consideration of others. Please refrain from photography and videography during the worship service.

The flowers in the Sanctuary are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Mills Washburn III, Mr. Charles Thomas Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Krepps, and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hufnagel from the wedding of Cameron Worth Washburn to Zachary David Krepps. The flowers in the Chapel are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of my parents, Albert Lee and Mary Lee Dingwell. Given by Bonnie Eksten.

[+You are invited to stand. For each hymn, please stand as the last line of the introduction is played.]