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March 19, 2017
10:30 a.m.
Third Sunday of Lent
PREPARATION FOR WORSHIP
“I saw that God was everything that is good and encouraging.
God is our clothing that wraps, clasps, and encloses us, so as never to leave us.
God showed me in my palm
A little thing: round as a ball, about the size of a hazelnut.
I looked at it with the eye of my understanding
And asked myself: ‘What is this thing?’
And I was answered: ‘It is everything that is created.’
I wondered how it could survive, since it seemed so little.
It could suddenly disintegrate into nothing.
The answer came: ‘It endures and will ever endure,
Because God loves it.’
And so everything has being because of God’s love.”
(From: Meditations with Julian of Norwich)
Gathering Music “Prayer” Sherman
Joyful Ringers
Please stand if you are able.
Ou r Mission:
Gro wing in Sp irit
Living as D isciple s
Se rving God’s World
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WE GATHER IN GOD’S NAME
Welcome and Announcements
Passing of the Peace
Leader: The peace of the Lord be with you.
People: And also with you.
Prelude Lee Larson, Guest Pianist
Song of Praise “God of Great and God of Small”
Prayer of Confession
O God, You are always true to us in love, and we are left wanting to
say sorry:
For our faithlessness to You and to one another.
For our forgetting of the poor and the broken.
For our failure to cherish Your creation.
Give us life, O God, to change
And enable us to change, that we may live.
In Christ’s name we pray, Amen.
Assurance of Forgiveness (from Isaiah 44:22)
Song of Response “Halle, Halle, Hallelujah!”
Invitation to the Children Children come forward during the anthem.
Call to Worship
Leader: We are called from the ends of the earth…
People: We are called from the center of our lives.
Leader: Men and Women, Young and old, rich and poor, strong and weak,
People: We all are called into God’s love.
Leader: Loved, we seek love for all people.
People: We yearn for justice and we pray for peace.
Leader: God says to God’s people: I have swept away your transgressions
like a cloud, and your sins are like mist; return to me, for I have
redeemed you. In the name of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.
People: Thanks be to God.
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WE PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD
Anthem “Out of the Depths” Richard Frost
Chancel Choir
Time for Children Janet Little Children ages 3 & 4 are invited to Play ‘n’ Worship in Room 13. After their activity,
they will go to the Nursery. Children K-3rd grades attend Bridges to Worship in
Room 14. Please pick children up directly after worship.
Gospel Lesson Matthew 25:14-29
Pastor: The Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon “A Message from Desert Pete” Rev. Dr. Ben Trawick
WE RESPOND TO GOD’S GRACE
Sharing Our Tithes and Offerings
Offertory “Prayer for Peace” Helman
Joyful Ringers
Doxology (Tune: Lasst Uns Erfreuen)
Praise God from Whom all blessings flow.
Praise God, all creatures high and low. Alleluia, alleluia!
Praise God, in Jesus fully known:
Creator, Word, and Spirit one.
Alleluia, alleluia! Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
Prayer of Dedication Alem Bryant
Prayers of the People 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.
WE DEPART TO SERVE GOD
Parting Hymn “Lord, Dismiss Us with Your Blessing”
Blessing
Postlude Lee Larson, Guest Pianist
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SILENT AUCTION TODAY
More cleaning has turned up electronics and other items of interest. A
silent auction in Wester Hall will help us send these treasures to good
homes and help defray the cost of disposal. Bidding ends at 12:15 p.m.
THIRD SUNDAY HUNGER OFFERING
ECHO needs for March: jelly, Jello/pudding, juice (bottles/large cans), pancake
Syrup, tea/coffee, tuna, vegetable oil, tomato paste (6 oz), tomato sauce (8 oz),
macaroni & cheese, rice (small bags). Laundry detergent, deodorant, toilet
tissue, shaving cream, child & adult pain/cold/flu meds, brown paper bags.
Please use the green Hunger Envelopes in the pew racks for monetary
donations to support local and denominational hunger programs.
THANK YOU
Avoiding the snowstorm on Monday, the Grace bus delivered 700 food-packs
to Lynbrook Elementary School. This was possible through the grace of God
and the generous work and support of our congregation and church staff, and
“Meet-Up” group members and visitors. The food-packs will be distributed
on weekends to children who receive subsidized lunches. The teachers and
staff at Lynbrook are very grateful for our ongoing assistance in their
program. Thanks to all who participated in this portion of the Lord’s work.
RED HYMNALS
The beloved red hymnals have been removed from the racks underneath the
pews where they have rested for quite a few years. To honor those to whom
they were dedicated, we invite you to take a copy that was dedicated to
someone you love and keep it for your own. We have a list of dedications in
the office for your convenience. Stop by or e-mail [email protected].
Greeters today are Members of the E-Team.
If you would like to participate in this church’s Evangelism, please
come to a meeting today after church, at 11:45 a.m., in the Library.
The flowers in the sanctuary today
were given by Rob and Barb Dickman.
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VOICES FROM THE HOLY LAND FILM SERIES
Open Bethlehem, Leila Sansour’s documentary of the occupation and the
walling-in of Jesus’ birthplace, is next in the series. Stay in the sanctuary
today to see the trailer. More information is available at the Information
Station and on E-News. Sign up in the Narthex and ride the bus to
National Cathedral next Sunday, March 26, 1:30 p.m.
PRESCHOOL FUNDRAISER
Pick up a flyer today in Wester Hall and take it and someone you love to
Bertucci’s on March 29 or 30. 15% of your bill will go to the Preschool.
Please contact the office if you are not receiving the E-News.
TONIGHT
PIZZA, GAMES, and CHOICES
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
FAMINE WEEKEND - March 24-25.
Please pray for our Youth attending the Heifer Global Village next
weekend. Youth will meet in the north parking lot at noon and return late Saturday afternoon. There will be no Youth Group next Sunday the 26th.
MARCH MISSION
Backpacks for the Homeless. Meet in Wester Hall with others from the
community to pack backpacks, sort clothing, and prepare lunch for delivery
in the afternoon. Leaders will help you get started. You are needed!
Saturday, March 25, 8:00 a.m.
TRAILBLAZERS
Follow us to Mexico this month! Trailblazers will
meet at El Paso Mexican Restaurant, 6804 Commerce
Street, Springfield, for dinner and fellowship. Join us.
Tuesday, March 21, 5:00 p.m.
PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER… (James 5:16)
Please pray for Grace Family Members and Friends:
Jean Ackor, Donna and Kevin Baetsen, Judy Bernal (Virginia Beach),
Rhea Boswell, Cameron Buckley, Stan Dreyer, Harry Gault, Clara Gipson,
James Lawson, Linda Patterson, Jenell Phillips, Ray Freeman,
George Towery, and Malcolm Weaver
Our missionaries: Kate Taber (West Bank), and Pastor Selvin (Honduras)
Former Pastor: Paul Eckel
The mothers of: Veronica Crump*, Mary Hawkins (Jean), Beth Jenkins Smith (Marie), Meg Rogers (Beth), Scott Rogers (Lyall), Hiede Sowdon, Phillip Spiess (Dorothy),
Amy Trawick (Gayle), Dave Treasure (Hilda), and Jane Wallentiny (Helen)
The fathers of: Raven Fox, Janet Little (Al Dieumegard), Penny Newsome, and Ben Trawick (Jack)
The great-grandmother of: Dennis and Diego Bustillo
The son of: Rhea Boswell (Scott)
The daughters of: Rich and Kathy Calahan (Lynn), and Bob and Valerie Patrick (Molly Chacko)
The brothers of: Ed Bryant (Paul), Nelson Thurman (Dennis), and Reecie Ford (Trent)
The sister of: Penny Newsome (Susan)
The aunt of: Roy Giese (Wilma Ditter)
The daughters-in-law of: Lee Bartlett (Veronica and twins), Marie Lawall (Lisbeth*), Warren and Maria Clayton (Julie - deployed to Korea),
and Fran and Chet McLaren (Debra)
The sister-in-law of: Peter Smith (Annette)
The nephews of: Claire Manger (Edward & Scott) and Dave Little (Sean)
The nieces of: Rosalie Lawson (Marcie) and Fran McLarren (Carrie)
The cousins of: John Grimes (Lori), Donna Lucas (Angela), Nancy Machado (Jan), and Valerie Patrick (Virginia)
The friends of: Cindi Bryant (Anna), Dave Buckley (Angie), Reecie Ford (Kate), Raven Fox (Deanna), Kim Gretsuk (Nancy), Rosalie Lawson (Emma & Stephanie),
Donna Lucas, Penny Newsome (Lisa and Louis), Beth Jenkins Smith (Dick), Hiede Sowdon (Dylan), and Chris Thurman
(*Chronic, ongoing situation)
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GRACE CALENDAR - Through March 26th
Sunday, Mar. 19
8:30 AM Praise Band Rehearsal Sanctuary
9:15 AM Christian Education All Areas
10:30 AM Worship for the Lord’s Day Sanctuary
11:30 AM HR Meeting Family Room
11:45 AM Pastor’s Meeting Room 10
11:45 AM E-Team Meeting Library
6:00 PM Youth Group All Areas
Monday, Mar. 20
6:00 PM Computer Tutors Family Room
7:00 PM Grace Tutors All Areas
7:00 PM Joyful Ringers Practice Sanctuary
Tuesday, Mar. 21
5:00 PM Trailblazers – El Paso Restaurant Off-Site
7:30 PM Lenten Study Group Library
Wednesday, Mar. 22
9:00 AM Grand Involve (Bus Reserved) Off-Site
7:00 PM Session Family Room
7:00 PM Lenten Study Group Room 10
Thursday, Mar. 23
10:00 AM AWG Steering Committee Library
12:30 PM Preschool Fitness and Fun Family Room
5:00 PM Worship Committee Office
5:30 PM Parenting Education Program All Areas
7:30 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Choir Room
7:30 PM Middle East Working Group Olver’s
Friday, Mar. 24
12:00 PM Youth to Shepherd’s Spring (Bus Reserved) Off-Site
Saturday, Mar. 25
8:00 AM Homeless Meet-Up Wester Hall
TBD PM Youth Return N. Parking Lot
Sunday, Mar. 26
8:30 AM Praise Band Rehearsal Sanctuary
9:15 AM Christian Education All Areas
10:30 AM Worship for the Lord’s Day Sanctuary
1:30 PM VFHL Film Festival (Bus Reserved) N. Parking Lot
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STAFF
BEN TRAWICK Pastor
Office Days and Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9:30 am -
2:00 pm 703-451-2900 press #2, ext 207 E-mail: [email protected]
SUSAN WISSEMAN Associate Pastor
Stated Supply Office Days and Hours:
Tuesday-Fri., 9:30 am - 3:00 pm 703-451-2900 press #3, ext 205 E-mail: [email protected]
YVETTE MOY
Aging With Grace Director Office Days and Hours:
Monday - 9:00 am-12:00 pm Tuesday-Thurs., 10:00 - 3:00 pm
Friday, 9:00 am - 11:00 am 703-451-2900 press #4
E-mail: [email protected]
VERONICA CRUMP Treasurer
E-mail: [email protected]
SCOTT SEIFRIED Music Director
E-mail: [email protected]
RAY FREEMAN Organist/Pianist/
Accompanist E-mail: rayfreeman1029
@gmail.com
JIM DUNSTAN Hand Bell Choir Director
E-mail: moonmanjimd @hotmail.com
VIRGINIA BOUCHARD
Interim Office Manager Office Days and Hours:
Monday-Thurs.: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Fridays: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
703-451-2900 press #1, ext 206 E-mail: manager @gracepresby.org
S E S S I ON
Coleen Austin Care Ministries
(Open) Nursery/Bridges to Worship
Cindi Bryant Human Resources
Ed Bryant Nominating/Stewardship
Dave Buckley Missions
Maria Clayton Preschool
Kim Hatfield Youth Ministry
Alan Goldstein Communications
Nancy Machado Children’s Discipleship
Joe Miller Evangelism
Penny Newsome Worship
Michael Phillips Finance
John Sowdon Fellowship
Nelson Thurman Adult Discipleship
Greta Miller, Clerk Ben Trawick, Moderator
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Scott Anckner
Craig Crooks
Kent Ford, Chairman
Rob Gold
Scott Rogers
Peter Smith
E-mail: [email protected] Contact information for Session and the Board of Directors is posted in the church office and on the GPC website: www.gracepresby.org
WE ARE VERY GLAD YOU CHOSE TO
WORSHIP WITH US TODAY!
We encourage you to share requests
for prayer.
You may do so by com-pleting prayer cards found in the pew racks and placing them in an offering plate.
Trust your children to our nursery care.
We provide childcare for infants through 3-year-olds in the Nursery Suite downstairs, Rooms 3 & 5. Please pick up children directly after worship.
Worship Bags are avail-able in the Narthex for preschoolers to third-graders. Please return bags to the Narthex after the service.
Grace 101, An “Inquirer’s Class”
If you would like to learn more about Presbyteri-ans, Grace Church, and membership, speak to one of our pastors.
Grace Weekday Preschool
The Preschool is a Christian-based ministry and developmental pro-gram. For information call 703-451-3314.
