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WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Inviting All, Exploring Faith, Experiencing God
2155 University Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001 | (563) 583-1729 | http://wpcdbq.org
JULY 1, 2018 9:30 A.M.
“Take a hard look at Jesus. He’s the centerpiece of everything we believe.” (Hebrews 3:1 The Message)
"NOW is the time! Here comes God's kingdom! Change your hearts and lives, and
trust this good news!" -- the first words spoken by Jesus in the Gospel of Mark.
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TO OUR GUESTS: WELCOME! Thanks for joining us for worship. More information about Westminster Presbyterian Church is available on the Welcome Table in the back of the Sanctuary. We encourage you to fill out the Friendship Binder found in your pew and please join us for refreshments and conversation in the Narthex after the service. If you would like to become a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, please see Pastor Murry.
• Large print bulletins are available from the ushers. • Childcare for children 5 and under is provided in the Nursery down the hall from the Sanctuary. * All who are able may stand.
Prelude Luke Tyler, Pianist
Words of Greeting Ruth 2:4 Hal Murry
Leader: The Lord be with you! People: And also with you!
Welcome and Announcements
*Greeting Our Neighbors
*Response #2025 "As the Deer"
As the deer pants for the water, so my soul longs after you. You alone are my heart's desire, and I long to worship you. You alone are my strength, my shield; to you alone may my spirit yield. You alone are my heart's desire, and I long to worship you.
*Call to Worship Adam Etheredge
Leader: Let us open our hearts to the sunshine of God's love. People: Let us open our souls to the gentle wind of God's Spirit. Leader: We have gathered to hear the good news of Jesus Christ, People: A word that renews us again and again.
ALL: Glory be to God, who loves, saves, and renews us.
*Hymn #332 “Live Into Hope"
*Invitation to Confession Adam Etheredge
*Unison Prayer of Confession
Gracious God, have mercy on us, when we fail to be faithful to you. You show us your wisdom, but we prefer to go our own way. Our broken relationships with you and one
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another rob us of the abundant life. In your mercy, reconcile us to you and to our neighbors, that our lives may be assets to your Kingdom, here on earth. Amen.
(Moment of silence for personal reflection)
*Assurance of God's Forgiveness Hal Murry
*Response #276 "Great Is Thy Faithfulness"
Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness! Morning by morning new mercies I see; All I have needed Thy hand hath provided; Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me!
Children’s Message "Bright(er) Lights" Hal Murry
Anthem “Seek Ye First" Peter Woodruff, Soloist Sermon: "He's Out of His Mind!" Hal Murry
1. Conflict stories (continued) 2. Today's Scripture: Mark 3:7-35 3. Diverse crowd 4. What made him so "different?" Two views 5. The unforgivable sin 6. God's will is to follow Jesus and keep following him
Scripture: Mark 3:7-35 (CEB)
7 Jesus left with his disciples and went to the lake. A large crowd followed him because they had heard what he was doing. They were from Galilee, 8 Judea, Jerusalem, Idumea, beyond the Jordan, and the area surrounding Tyre and Sidon. 9 Jesus told his disciples to get a small boat ready for him so the crowd wouldn’t crush him.10 He had healed so many people that everyone who was sick pushed forward so that they could touch him.11 Whenever the evil spirits saw him, they fell down at his feet and shouted, “You are God’s Son!” 12 But he strictly ordered them not to reveal who he was. 13 Jesus went up on a mountain and called those he wanted, and they came to him. 14 He appointed twelve and called them apostles. He appointed them to be with him, to be sent out to preach, 15 and to have authority to throw out demons. 16 He appointed twelve: Peter, a name he gave Simon; 17 James and John, Zebedee’s sons, whom he nicknamed Boanerges, which means “sons of Thunder”; 18 and Andrew; Philip; Bartholomew; Matthew; Thomas; James, Alphaeus’ son; Thaddaeus; Simon the Cananaean; 19 and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus. 20 Jesus entered a house. A crowd gathered again so that it was impossible for him and his followers even to eat. 21 When his family heard what was happening, they came to take control of him. They were saying, “He’s out of his mind!” 22 The legal experts came down from Jerusalem. Over and over they charged, “He’s possessed by Beelzebul. He throws out demons with the authority of the ruler of demons.”
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23 When Jesus called them together he spoke to them in a parable: “How can Satan throw Satan out? 24 A kingdom involved in civil war will collapse. 25 And a house torn apart by divisions will collapse. 26 If Satan rebels against himself and is divided, then he can’t endure. He’s done for. 27 No one gets into the house of a strong person and steals anything without first tying up the strong person. Only then can the house be burglarized. 28 I assure you that human beings will be forgiven for everything, for all sins and insults of every kind. 29 But whoever insults the Holy Spirit will never be forgiven. That person is guilty of a sin with consequences that last forever.” 30 He said this because the legal experts were saying, “He’s possessed by an evil spirit.” 31 His mother and brothers arrived. They stood outside and sent word to him, calling for him. 32 A crowd was seated around him, and those sent to him said, “Look, your mother, brothers, and sisters are outside looking for you.” 33 He replied, “Who is my mother? Who are my brothers?” 34 Looking around at those seated around him in a circle, he said, “Look, here are my mother and my brothers. 35 Whoever does God’s will is my brother, sister, and mother.”
Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Hymn #2158 "Just a Closer Walk with Thee"
*Affirmation of Faith (Philippians 2:5-11, CEB) Hal Murry
Let us adopt the attitude that was in Christ Jesus: Though he was in the form of God, he did not consider being equal with God something to exploit. But he emptied himself by taking the form of a slave and by becoming like human beings. When he found himself in the form of a human, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.
Therefore, God highly honored him and gave him a name above all names, so that at the name of Jesus everyone in heaven, on earth, and under the earth might bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
Invitation to Giving Hal Murry ALL encouraged to pass the friendship pad in your pew and to register your attendance. First-time visitors providing contact information receive a valuable free gift!
Offertory Luke Tyler, Pianist
*Song of Thanksgiving #339 vs. 2 “Be Thou My Vision”
Riches I heed not, nor vain, empty praise, Thou mine inheritance, now and always; Thou and Thou only, first in my heart, Great God of heaven, my treasure Thou art.
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The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper
Invitation to the Lord's Table Hal Murry & Terry Flynn
"...So now, in gratitude, we join our voices to those of the Church on earth and in heaven:
Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might. Heaven and earth are full of Your glory, Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest!
... may become for you, your body, loving and caring in the world until your kingdom comes.
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 Communion of the People
As you pass the bread please say, “The body of Christ given for you.” As you pass the cup please say, “The blood of Christ shed for you.”
(Please retain the bread to partake together as a sign of our oneness as a community of faith in Jesus Christ. Drink the cup whenever you are ready as a sign of our
individual and unique relationship with Christ as our Lord and Savior.) INDIVIDUALLY PACKAGED GLUTEN FREE WAFERS ARE AVAILABLE
*Unison Prayer after Communion Terry Flynn
Lord Jesus Christ, you have put your life into our hands; now we put our lives into yours. Take us, renew and remake us. What we have been is past; what we shall be, through you, still awaits us. Lead us on and give us courage to follow you. Amen.
*Prayer of Thanksgiving Hal Murry
*Hymn #369 "I'm Gonna Live So God Can Use Me"
*Blessing Hal Murry
*Response Tune: Amazing Grace
Depart in peace to do God's will; walk ever in the light, for Christ is with you evermore, to guide you day and night.
*Postlude Luke Tyler, Pianist
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE CHANCEL FLOWERS today are in celebration of Jim & Pat Edwards' 61st Wedding Anniversary! Congratulations!
TODAY, fifteen minutes after worship, Convictions class meets in the Sanctuary. Today's topic: "Salvation Is More About This Life than an Afterlife" (Chapter 4). All are welcome!
THE EARLY SUMMER HARVEST from Westminster's Mission Garden totals 136 lbs. Thanks to the many volunteers who make possible this mission to all those who are "food insecure" in Dubuque. Thanks also to the Kellers and Stulkens who are offering space in their personal gardens to supplement Westminster's garden. "The Kingdom of God is a place where everyone has enough..." -- Hal Murry
Green Team Tip – Go Green in `18! – Extra packaging/wrappers When you buy something, compare what packaging it is in. Opt for the purchase that has less packaging. Often times it is unnecessary. It is also more inconvenient as you need to open up an additional layer of something just to get what you bought
WESTMINSTER LIFE AND MINISTRY: JULY 1, 2018
Church Office Number: 583-1729 | Rev. Hal Murry: 563-580-4196
Rev. Hal Murry, Teaching Elder Church Administrator: Mary Kay Pancratz Financial Secretary: Becky Jenkins Custodian: Tim Till Faith Formation Leader for Youth: Lisa Fast Nursery: Emily, Megan, & Scarlett Care Ministry Coordinator: Glinda Manternach Organist/Pianist/Music Coord: Dr. Luke Tyler Adult Choir: Billy Richardson Youth Choir: Lizz Tyler Band/Youth & Adult Handbells: Sally Stulken Timbrel & Lyre: Dr. Luke Tyler Refreshments & Bldg Care: C Dausener/J & J Smith Head Usher: Rich Henderson Greeters: Judy Schuster, Bonnie Sue Lewis Ushers: Jim & Pat Edwards Margaret Callaghan, Patt Carmack Susan Taylor & Glinda Manternach Communion Servers: *Ross & Sally Madden, Robin Beadle and Joyce Uzel Arden Woodrum, Deb Seiffert, Tom & Linda Stovall, Rich Henderson, Steve Peake
PRAYER REQUESTS:
For Shirley White recovering from pneumonia.
For Julie Woodyard's, husband, Jerry Chase, who was hospitalized last week.
For Don Keller's health concerns and upcoming heart surgery in August.
For Westminster's Pastor Nominating Committee
If you would like to have your name on our Prayer Request list, please advise the
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church office (583-1729) or the Pastor. COMMUNITY EVENTS:
See flyers in Narthex for more information
POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS - Tues., July 10th-August 14th 2:00-3:00 p.m.
HOSPICE OF DUBUQUE - is sponsoring a six-week bereavement support group on Mon. evenings from 6-8 p.m. beginning July 16 thru August 20th.
THE CANTICLE OF CREATION CENTER, (Mt. St. Francis) invites you to participate in SUMMER IN THE PRAIRIE on Sat., July 21 from 9 a,m. - 11:30 a.m.
Gather with us on July 8, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. and discover
God’s creation at
Backbone State Park
Kayak, Canoe, Paddle boat, Swim, Hike
OR just relax and enjoy the outdoors.
Additional Information and a Signup sheet is in the Narthex
Kayak, canoe, paddleboats - $10 for ½ hr or $15 for one hour
Bring your own lunch: water and other beverages will be provided.
Questions? Contact Deb Seiffert: [email protected] or
Lisa Meester: [email protected]
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Sunday, July 1 8:40 a.m. Coffee Fellowship, FH 9:30 a.m. Worship, Rev. Murry Preaching 10:45 a.m. Convictions, SA
Monday, July 2 3:00 p.m. Property Meeting, BR 7:00 p.m. Scouts Board of Review, CR 7:00 p.m. Troop 11 Boy Scouts, FH
Wednesday, July 4
OFFICE CLOSED
Buy in the office or before or after worship at the Hospitality Counter
Thursday, July 5 7:00 p.m. Table Tennis, FH
Saturday, July 7 9:00 a.m. Marcov Bridal Shower, FH
Sunday, July 8 8:40 a.m. Coffee Fellowship, FH 9:30 a.m. Worship, Dr. Chris James
Preaching 10:45 a.m. Convictions, FH
THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER: JULY 1ST THRU JULY 8TH
Youth Group will
make $4.00 off
each book they sell.
Week of 4th of July Office Coverage
July 2nd - Becky 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 3rd - Glinda 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 4th - Office Closed July 5th - Becky 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 6th - Glinda 9 a.m. to Noon July 9th - Becky 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
FROM YOUR WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN FOUNDATION:
Your will speaks for you after death. Have you included a bequest to Westminster Presbyterian church in your will?
