Reaching Out with Nurturing Love to All God’s People

May 31, 2015

10:00 a.m. Worship

Trinity Sunday

The symbol of the "trinity knot” or the “triquetra" is used as a religious symbol adapted

from the Celtic tradition. It originated as a symbol for the changing of the seasons / life,

death, rebirth (autumn, winter, spring) / maiden, mother, and grandmother/ land, sea,

air. The symbol has been used by Christians as a sign of

the Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit), since the Celtic Revival of the 19th century.

It reflects the three-leafed shamrock which was offered as a Trinity symbol by

Saint Patrick in the 4th

century.

Presbyterian Church of the Roses

First time here? We are happy to have you visit with us today and hope

that your worship experience is blessed. Please pick up a free visitor bag in

the narthex. All are invited for coffee and fellowship in Bowen Hall after the service.

Children with you? Activity materials for young worshipers

are in the entry way. Child care (2-3yrs) and Sunday School are provided during

the service. Infants with a parent may enjoy our quiet room while listening to the service.

Assistance needed? The ushers have large print bulletins and hearing devices for you.

CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP * O ne as t e r i s k s i gn i f i e s t he co ng re ga t ion s ta nd s i f a b l e .

T h rou gho u t t he s e r v i c e th e bo ld t yp e i s sp ok e n b y th e co ng r ega t io n

PRELUDE Zehn Trio No. IV Joseph Rheinberger

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE RINGING OF THE CHIMES

INTROIT “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty” John B. Dykes, 1861

*CALL TO WORSHIP (responsively)

Heaven and Earth declare God’s glory

Holy, holy, holy is the Lord!

And in the temple, God’s people cry:

Holy, holy, holy is the Spirit of the Lord!

*HYMN #408 “There’s a Sweet, Sweet Spirit” Doris Akers, 1962

*CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER (responsively)

Holy Triune God, you sent your son Jesus to lead us in faith and show us how to be your

hands, heart, and feet in this world. You send us out to tell the good news that you are

Love but we often hide from our calling in fear.

Give us new birth by water and the Spirit so that we may be in unity with you and

serve you faithfully as your beloved children, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

*WORDS OF AFFIRMATION (in unison)

We give thanks that God sent Jesus into the world not to condemn the world but to

save the world with everlasting love. Through the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ,

we are forgiven! Alleluia! Amen

*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE #581 Gloria Patri

CALL FOR OFFERING

OFFERTORY “God's Time is the Best” J.S. Bach

*DOXOLOGY AND PRAYER OF DEDICATION

RECOGNITION OF NEW MEMBERS

Received by Session, May 26, 2015

Presentation by Elder: Steve Cairns, Kristen Ervin, Chris and Nancy Nelle, Suzanne

Smith, and Jim Taylor.

To be baptized: Steve Cairns, Liam and Grayson Ervin

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM

Statement about Baptism, Baptism Vows

Prayer over the water

Blessing of Baptism: (1John 3:1) See what love the Father has given us that we should be

called children of God; and that is what we are.

RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS

The Apostles Creed (traditional)

Vows

a) Do you profess your faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior?

b) Do you renounce evil and affirm your reliance on God’s grace?

c) Do you intend to participate actively and responsibly in the worship and mission

of the church?

PRAYER FOR NEW MEMBERS & NEWLY BAPTIZED (in unison)

Merciful God, you call us by name and promise to each of us your constant love.

Watch over your beloved ones baptized here today and all our new members. Help

them feel a deeper sense of your love through joining our church family. Deepen

their understanding of the gospel; strengthen their commitment to follow the way of

Christ, and keep them in the shelter of your wings for the benefit of the whole

world. We praise and thank you for inspiring this group through your Holy Spirit to

join us as we work to reach out with care to all your creation. May their lives

witness to your love and bring them to the fullness of your peace through Jesus

Christ our Lord. Amen.

Congregational welcome: With joy and thanksgiving we welcome you into Christ’s

church to share with us in his ministry, for we are all one in Christ. Amen.

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION (in unison)

Holy, holy, holy God, fill us with courage, spiritual discernment and compassion, as

we are guided by your Holy Word. Amen

FIRST SCRIPTURE READING: Psalm 29

This is the Word of the Lord! Thanks be to God!

ANTHEM: “Majesty” Jack Hayford/Marsh, 1981

SECOND SCRIPTURE READING: Romans 8: 12-17

This is the Word of the Lord! Thanks be to God!

SERMON: “Three is Better than One” Rev. Dr Cindy Alloway

*HYMN #1 (verses 1,4) “Holy, Holy, Holy” John Bacchus Dykes, 1861

PRAYER OF THE PEOPLE

(The Lord’s Prayer) Amen.

*HYMN #69 “Here I Am Lord” Daniel Schutte 1981; harm. Alfred Fedak

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE “All Glory be to God on High” J.S. Bach arr. by E. P. Biggs

The story behind the last hymn: Daniel Schutte is a native of Wisconsin. He received a master of divinity degree at the Jesuit School of Theology, Berkeley, Calif., and a master’s from the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley. He is currently director of music at the University of San Francisco. Schutte wrote the hymn for an ordination ceremony. He said, “I always loved the Isaiah 6 passage where God calls Isaiah to be his servant messenger to the people and Isaiah responds with hesitation and doubt, but also with a humble willingness to surrender to God.”

Welcome New Members Steve Cairns is joining us with a confession of faith and desires to be baptized. Steve lives with his

mother, Joyce, and fiance’ Shannon Moore at: 1552 Moonview Ct, Santa Rosa 95401. Phone: 707-

544-6119. Steve is a gardener and landscaper. He was born in Montrose, Colorado and has two

children, Oliver and Alyson. Shannon and Steve plan to marry in the next few months.

Kristen Ervin (formerly Kristen Matherly) is reactivating her membership with us. She is now

married to Jeremy Ervin. They live at: 474 Jose Ramon Ave. Santa Rosa, CA 95401. Her phone is:

707-326-4032. Email: Kristen.ervin912@gmail.com

Kristen grew up in Santa Rosa and was very active in our youth group. She also sang in the choir and

helped with VBS. Liam and Grayson are their twin boys born 8/1/14. They will be baptized here on

5/31/15.

Chris and Nancy Nelle recently moved from Sacramento to: 3187 Montecito Meadow Drive, Santa

Rosa, 95404. Phone: 707-527-0576. Email: NELLEFAM@hotmail.com Chris is a retired banker and

Nancy is a children’s music specialist. Chris is joining as a reaffirmation of faith from a Catholic

background and Nancy is transferring from the Davis Community Church in Davis, CA. In the past

she was a Deacon in the Carmichael Presbyterian church. They both love outdoor activities, reading

and helping children. Chris is a golfer. Nancy plays the ukulele. They have two grown children:

Joanna and Patrick.

Suzanne Smith lives at 858 Wildwood Trail, Santa Rosa, CA 95409 Phone: 707-539-9220. Suzanne

was a member of the youth group here at the PCOR years ago. She lives with her mother. Suzanne is

happy to be reactivating her membership with us and looking forward to participating in many of our

programs. Her hobbies are reading, music, and knitting.

James (Jim) Taylor lives in Santa Rosa. He was born in Culver City, CA, was raised in Maryland. In

1965 came back to CA and moved to SR in 1973. Married with 2 children, 4 grandchildren all living

in Santa Rosa. (All 4 attended Rosebud pre-school.) Jim is joining us by transfer of membership from

Knox Presbyterian Church in Santa Rosa. His work involves being the lease manager at the Hansel

Auto Group and his family has the award-winning Zickefoose winery. Jim has been singing in the

choir and enjoys being active.

The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Alloway, Pastor

Barbara McElroy, Director of Music

Althea Wright, Accompanist

Cindy Larson, Business Administrator

Ruth Canniff, Administrative Assistant

Susan Jenkins, Rosebud Preschool Director

Emily Reeves, Director of Youth Activities

Email: office@churchroses.org

For more information visit

www.churchoftheroses.org Music & Video License numbers:

CCLI#1153510 & CVLI#503696701

Liturgist: Diane Osten

Flowers given to the glory of God by

Carol & Dave Browne who are

celebrating their 69th wedding

Anniversary. Presbyterian Church of the Roses

2500 Patio Court, Santa Rosa, CA 95405

Office hours: 9 – 3 pm, Tues–Thursday

10 am – 2 pm, Fridays

Phone:707-542-4272 Fax:707-542-5109

Prayer Requests: Please include in your prayers Those mourning the loss of a friend or family member

Please pray for family and friends as they mourn the passing of Cameron Hall.

Please pray for the family of Amy Tompkins as they mourn her mother, Mary

Deaver Slater, who passed away on April 18th

.

Please pray for the family of Ted Crouch as they mourn his passing on April 8th

.

Please pray for the family of Jack Gaffney as they mourn his passing on Mar. 31st.

Please pray for Dave Nelson as he mourns the death of his brother in Oregon.

Please pray for the family of Sally Henderson as they mourn her passing, Mar. 13th

.

Her memorial service will July 25 at 2:30 pm.

Please pray for the family of Thomas Peugh as they mourn his recent passing.

Please pray for the family of Art Borchers who passed away on February 8, 2015.

Please pray for those facing health issues

Robert McNutt

Pamela Sage

Judy Bello

Albert Reil

Alan Reil

David Downard

John Baker

Joyce Beckner

Lorraine Nichol

Brooke Smith

Ed and Fay St. John

Bob and Marge Snater

Marie Patchin

Mary Olson

Sharon Sorani

Helen MacKenzie

Dan Christian’s family

Krissy Healy

Randy Pierce

Steve Cairns

Helen Burns

Those serving in our military

Sgt. David A. Dickens, USAF Jason Morse, US Navy Jason Imbimbo,

Coast Guard Lt. Ian Alloway Culver, Lt. Col. David Trowbridge, U.S. Army, Fort Lewis,

WA. David continues to serve in the Army as Chief of Cardiology at Madigan Hospital.

Do you have active duty military in your

immediate family such as grandchildren? If you would like their picture in the new photo directory, please contact

Cindy Goede at cjgoede@gmail.com by June 10.

We want to thank everyone for your love and prayers, through all the cards, phone calls and food sent our way. Your support has helped keep us going through Randy’s recent brain cancer surgery. How blessed

are we to have this church. Randy & Diane Pierce

Liz and Chris Rhodes are pleased to announce

the wedding of their daughter Monika Rhodes to Jose Zapata

on Saturday May 23, 2015.

The private wedding was at the Rhodes home in Santa Rosa.

Sign up to help with the

All Church Picnic 6/14!

Cook

Set-up

Clean-up

MAY 31 Sunday, 11:15 am PHOTO DIRECTORY SIGN-UPS! We also have June 18th!

JUNE 1 at 10 am on Mondays , EASY SENIOR EXERCISE in the Rose Room! JUNE 1 at 7 pm on Mondays, BIBLE STUDY, Fascinating Video Course on the New Testament taught by Professor Bart Ehrman of the UNC. JUNE 2 WE ARE A POLLING PLACE. PARKING WILL BE IMPACTED. JUNE 2 PHOTO SESSIONS

JUNE 3 Wednesdays 7-8:30 pm, GRIEFSHARE Support Group enter through back JUNE 3 PHOTO SESSIONS

JUNE 5 Friday, MHS Senior Breakfast – Last Day of School and Breakfast!

JUNE 7 8:15 am New Sunday Morning Bible Class based on John Bell’s book, “Ten

Things They Never Told Me About Jesus,” A beginner’s guide to a larger Christ.

JUNE 13 PHOTO SESSIONS JUNE 14 THE SHOWER OF STOLES DISPLAYED /Rev. Dr Jane Spahr preaching. JUNE 14 ALL CHURCH PICNIC after the worship service. JUNE 15 PW EVENING BIBLE STUDY JUNE 16 PW BIBLE STUDY & LUNCHEON 10:30 AM JUNE 18 PHOTO SESSIONS JUNE 28 INDEPENDENCE DAY WORSHIP SERVICE

FRIDAYS NOON HOUR OF PRAYER, meditative music and readings. Join us! SATURDAYS COMMUNITY GARDEN, come out and help Saturdays at 9 am!

WINDJAMMERS Brunch and Talk

Friday, June 12 from 9:30 to 11:30

7529 Oak Leaf Drive, Santa Rosa

“What’s happening at Westminster Woods” with Chris Rhodes

All Are Welcome!

Contact Una Skelly (539-0942) or

uskelly@gmail.com At the home of Lew Gobble and Una Skelly, {Enter Oakmont at the Pythian entrance and turn right at the stop sign onto Oak Leaf Dr. The house is about

0.4 mile on the right}

JUNE 8-12 VACATION CHURCH SCHOOL “Clean Water for All God’s Children” 9 am to 12 pm for Children ages 4-10. Register your child now! $5 for the week!

Purchase Tickets for 1 or 2 workshops online at www.churchoftheroses.com. Books are at the front office for $15 each. Join class based on

his book beginning June 7th 8:15 am.

LOST A JACKET? Please check the coat rack

across from the Rose Room. These will be

donated soon!