Oil City First Presbyterian Church
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Morning Worship Service
23rd Sunday after Pentecost
October 27, 2024
10:30 in the morning
Reformation Sunday
The Gathering of God’s People
(Where you see an asterisk (*) please stand as you are able.)
Welcome and Announcements:
The Prelude: “Jesus, The Very Thought Of Thee”
- Arr. Emma Lou Diemer
Steve Winslow, Organist
Call to Worship:
Leader: With our lips and with our hearts:
People: we bless God in every moment of our lives.
Leader: With our ears and with our hearts:
People: we will hear the cries of our siblings, in every painful moment, in every broken place.
Leader: With every gift and with our hearts:
People: we will serve God and all of God's children, with every moment of our lives.
Opening Prayer:
*Hymn of Praise: “Lord, I Lift Your Name On High” Insert
*Call to Confession:
*Unison Prayer of Confession: <a prayer by Martin Luther>
All: Behold, Lord, an empty vessel that needs to be filled. My Lord, fill it. I am weak in the faith; strengthen me. I am cold in love; warm me and make me fervent, that my love may go out to my neighbor. I do not have a strong and firm faith; at times I doubt and am unable to trust you altogether. O Lord, help me. Strengthen my faith and trust in you. In you I have sealed the treasure of all I have. I am poor; you are rich and came to be merciful to the poor. I am a sinner; you are upright. With me, there is an abundance of sin; in you is the fullness of righteousness. Therefore, I will remain with you, of whom I can receive, but to whom I may not give. Amen.
<a time for silent confession of personal sin is kept>
*Assurance of Forgiveness: <a prayer by John Calvin>
Leader: …In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.
All: Thanks be to God!
*Passing of the Peace:
Leader: …The peace of the Lord be with you!
All: And also, with you!
*Gloria Patri: “Glory Be to the Father” #579
We Hear God’s Word
Anthem: “I Must Tell Jesus” - Arr. Mark Hayes
Sanctuary Choir
Prayer for Illumination:
Scriptures:
Old Testament Reading: Jeremiah 31: 7-9 CEB Translation
Psalm Reading: Psalm 126 The Message Translation
New Testament Reading: Hebrews 7: 23-28
Gospel Reading: Mark 10: 46-52
Sermon: “Restorative Relationships” - Pastor Josh Botts
We Respond to God’s Word
*Hymn of Response: “Shout To The Lord” Insert
*Affirmation of Faith: (A Brief Statement Of Faith II. 1-26 & 77-80)
All: 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. We trust in Jesus Christ, fully human, fully God. Jesus proclaimed the reign of God: preaching good news to the poor and release to the captives, teaching by word and deed and blessing the children, healing the sick and binding up the brokenhearted, eating with outcasts, forgiving sinners, and calling all to repent and believe the gospel. Unjustly condemned for blasphemy and sedition, Jesus was crucified, suffering the depths of human pain and giving his life for the sins of the world. God raised this Jesus from the dead, vindicating his sinless life, breaking the power of sin and evil, delivering us from death to life eternal. 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 Christ Jesus our Lord. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Sharing of Joys and Concerns:
Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer: <adapted from a prayer written by Carol Holbrook Prickett>
The Prayer Response: (Sung in unison)
Hear our prayer, O Lord; Hear our prayer, O Lord,
Incline Thine ear to us, and grant us Thy peace. Amen.
Invitation to Offering:
The Giving of Our Offering:
Offertory: “Awakening Chorus” - Charles Gabriel
*Doxology: “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” #592
*Prayer of Dedication: <a prayer by Martin Luther>
Sending Forth
*Closing Hymn: “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” #260
*Benediction:
The postlude provides the transition from sacred worship back into our varied lives and activities, equipped with renewed courage, energy, and a commitment to serve God and others, until we are able to meet again, in worship. We invite you to remain seated.
Postlude: Voluntary On “Ein Fest Burg” - Luther/G. Young
<Portions of the Liturgy adapted from the Presbyterian Outlook, the Abingdon Worship Annual, and other online resources>
Announcements
Kathy Hohmann, Worship Leader
The Flowers in the Sanctuary are given to the Glory of God in honor of Everett Campbell’s 8th Birthday by Carl & Kathy Hohmann
Today’s Ushers are: Bob & Melody McFate and Bob & Beth Kellner.
Welcome to all visitors who have come to worship with us today! If you’re new here, today, please fill out the Welcome Card in your pew. We’d love to get to know you! The Nursery is open during worship, and hearing-assist devices and large print bulletins are available. See an Usher for assistance.
Sunday School is beginning a new study, “Bad Girls Of The Bible” led by Tom Huston.
Women’s Bible Study meets on Tuesdays at 1:30pm in the Adult Wing.
2025 Stewardship Pledge Cards have been mailed out. Extras are available on the table in the Narthex.
First Pres. Missions Fundraiser: Time to place your orders for holiday treats and decorations, in support of our Missions Fund. Order forms are available in the Narthex. Orders due Nov. 1st.
Mission Spaghetti Dinner: Join us after worship, today, for a spaghetti dinner in the Fellowship Hall.
Nominating Committee Meeting will be held on November 3rd, following Church Service.
Christmas Child Boxes are available in the Narthex. Infor is inside each box for suggested items to purchase. Do not include and food or toothpaste. All mailing donations checks should be made payable to, “Samaritans Purse.” Thank you, again, for supporting this mission for children.
Missing Umbrella: Dawn Kerna is missing an umbrella that’s special to her, from a few Sundays ago. It’s a bright floral pattern and reverse folds up. If you have seen it, please let Dawn know.
Need a ride to Church? Contact Dawn Kerna (814)-758-2168.
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Powerful sermon, Josh! Wow! I wish it could be broadcast over the whole country!
What a wonderful sermon Josh, best ever ! 👏 🙌 ❤️
Excellent sermon. I had to listen to it a second time. Thank you, Josh!
Great sermon yesterday! We are so lucky to have you!
Wonderful message Joshua!!!! 💗
Morning Worship Service
22nd Sunday after Pentecost
October 20, 2024
10:30 in the morning
The Gathering of God’s People
(Where you see an asterisk (*) please stand as you are able.)
Welcome and Announcements:
The Prelude: “He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands”
- Spiritual/Boch
Steve Winslow, Organist
Call to Worship:
Leader: The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve.
People: Let us follow Christ, not seeking glory, but ways to serve.
Leader: Loving God, open our minds.
People: May they be fertile soil for your word and ways.
Leader: Open our hearts.
People: May they be filled with love of neighbor & a passion for justice.
Leader: Open our hands.
People: That we use them to build a world of compassion & hope.
Opening Prayer:
*Hymn of Praise: “Earth And All Stars” #458
*Call to Confession:
*Unison Prayer of Confession:
All: Lord Jesus Christ, you know our sin. We want you to do whatever we ask of you, but we are unwilling to do what you ask of us. We want to sit beside you in your glory, but we fail to stand beside you in your suffering. We want to be first in your great kingdom, but we are among the last to serve the least. Forgive us. Pour out your mercy upon us and wash us clean in your saving grace. All this we ask in your holy name.
<a time for silent confession of personal sin is kept>
*Assurance of Forgiveness:
Leader: …In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.
All: Thanks be to God!
*Passing of the Peace:
Leader: …The peace of the Lord be with you!
All: And also, with you!
*Gloria Patri: “Glory Be to the Father” #579
We Hear God’s Word
Anthem: “Hymn Of promise” - Natalie Sleeth
Sanctuary Choir
Prayer for Illumination:
Scriptures:
Old Testament Reading: Job 38: 1-7, 34-41
Psalm Reading: Psalm 104: 1-9, 24, 35c
New Testament Reading: Hebrews 5: 1-10
Gospel Reading: Mark 10: 35-45
Sermon: “A Different Kind Of Power” - Pastor Josh Botts
We Respond to God’s Word
*Hymn of Response: “This Is My Father’s World” #293
*Affirmation of Faith: (Book Of Common Worship; Philippians 2: 5-11)
All: Christ Jesus, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, being born in human likeness. And being found in human form he humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death— even death on a cross. Therefore, God also highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess to the glory of God: Jesus Christ is Lord! Amen.
Sharing of Joys and Concerns:
Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer: <adapted from a prayer written by Terri McDowell Ott>
The Prayer Response: (Sung in unison)
Hear our prayer, O Lord; Hear our prayer, O Lord,
Incline Thine ear to us, and grant us Thy peace. Amen.
Invitation to Offering:
The Giving of Our Offering:
Offertory: “God Will Take Care Of You” -W. Stillman Martin
*Doxology: “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” #592
*Prayer of Dedication:
Sending Forth
*Closing Hymn: “Ye Servants Of God, Your Master Proclaim” #477
*Benediction:
The postlude provides the transition from sacred worship back into our varied lives and activities, equipped with renewed courage, energy, and a commitment to serve God and others, until we are able to meet again, in worship. We invite you to remain seated.
Postlude: “Hornpipe” - G.F. Handel
<Portions of the Liturgy adapted from the Presbyterian Outlook, the Abingdon Worship Annual, and other online resources>
Announcements
Kathy Hohmann, Worship Leader
Today’s Ushers are: Bob & Melody McFate and Bob & Beth Kellner.
Welcome to all visitors who have come to worship with us today! If you’re new here, today, please fill out the Welcome Card in your pew. We’d love to get to know you! The Nursery is open during worship, and hearing-assist devices and large print bulletins are available. See an Usher for assistance.
Hurricane Disaster Relief: After the devastating storms that swept across the lower East Coast, it’s essential we help in any way we can. Please see the insert in your bulletin to find ways you can help and support during this difficult time for so many.
Sunday School is beginning a new study, “Bad Girls Of The Bible” led by Tom Huston.
Women’s Bible Study: Will resume meetings October 22nd, and the following Tuesdays at 1:30pm in the Adult Wing.
2025 Stewardship Pledge Cards have been mailed out. Extras are available on the table in the Narthex.
First Pres. Missions Fundraiser: Time to place your orders for holiday treats and decorations, in support of our Missions Fund. Order forms are available in the Narthex. Orders due Nov. 1st.
UCIP Trunk or Treat: UCIP will be hosting a festive Trunk or Treat in the Church’s Lower Lot on October 24th from 2-5pm. Put on a costume and come join the fun!
Mission Spaghetti Dinner: Join us after worship on October 27th for a spaghetti dinner in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring a jar of your favorite spaghetti sauce by October 20th so it can be added to the sauce mixture. Dessert Sign-Up Sheet in the Narthex.
Nominating Committee Meeting will be held on November 3rd, following Church Service.
Missing Umbrella: Dawn Kerna is missing an umbrella that’s special to her, from a few Sundays ago. It’s a bright floral pattern and reverse folds up. If you have seen it, please let Dawn know.
Need a ride to Church? Contact Dawn Kerna (814)-758-2168.
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Visiting Us
Visiting
Address: 215 E Bissell Ave
Oil City, PA 16301
Phone: (814) 676-2769
Upcoming Events
Maundy Thursday Service
1st and 2nd Presbyterian Churches are combining for a Maundy Thursday worship with Communion and a potluck dinner at 6:00 on Thursday, March 28th.
It will be held at Second Presbyterian Fellowship Hall, 111 Reed Street, Oil City PA 16301.
Bring a favorite dish or dessert to share. Place settings and drinks will be provided. All are welcome!
Have Kids?
A nursery is available during worship for children ages birth – kindergarten.
Statement of Church Purpose
To glorify God, our purpose as the First Presbyterian Church is to sustain and strengthen our faith as a family of believers, equipping ourselves to proclaim and demonstrate Christian love to the community at large by meeting people’s needs, both physical and spiritual.