PARTICIPATING IN WORSHIP TODAY Rev. Dr. John Powell, Senior Pastor Rev. Karla Shaw, Associate Pastor Don Brenneman, Business Administrator & Minister of Music Karen Connor, Director of Children’s Discipleship Elder Anne Hill New Covenant Choir Bryan Verhoye, Pianist and Music Associate Alicia McMillan, Organist & Director of Children’s Choirs Deacon Greeters: Eddie Dees and Kathy Zorn Dees Ushers for January: Jim Cress, Ray Lidstrom, Jock Wright, Susan Wright, Carol Cooper, Kris Cooper, Alyson Flynn, and Zach Flynn. Media Ministries Volunteers: Pat Ogle, Dave Baker, and Tyler Cramer. PRAYER is a powerful source of comfort and healing. We invite you to bring to our attention those in need by contacting the church office, or noting your prayer request on a Visitor Welcome Card. Place the card in the offering or hand to an usher. TODAY’S FLOWERS are given by John and Marianne Boaz in loving memory of her parents Mary and Richard Fisk. The flowers are also given by Marlene Turrentine in memory of her late husband Judge Howard B. Turrentine. The floral arrangements were created by Marlene Turrentine, Mary Carol Madison and Kirsten Rindal. PRAYER QUILT MINISTRY: Prayer Quilts are gifts of love and prayers for someone in special need. Today’s quilts are for Clay Gleissner, and for Rob. To request a prayer quilt, please contact Joanne Albrecht at (619) 2221585, or Louise Lucas at
[email protected]. PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES: (See article in January Spire.) James Watts, Rick Nestor, Scott Castlen, Greg White, Jim Kelley, Zack Flynn, Tom Daggett, Nathan Schnaible, Will Scarle, Alex Hydrean, Rebecca Bennett, Stephen Campbell, Eli Owre, and Peter Mantz and the crew of the USS Essex. To express appreciation and prayers to any of these service personnel, contact Tom and Julie Gadzala for addresses at
[email protected].
A Service of Worship January 18, 2015 Hank Copeland Appreciation Day Classic Worship 8:30 & 10:15 am ~ Sanctuary Café Service 10:15 am ~ Family Life Center
LIFE EVENTS: Those who wish to attend a small gathering on January 25 for former Deacon Kathleen Fox, who passed away last August, may call Eileen Brennan at (619) 990-0812 for details.
The Rev. Dr. John Powell, Senior Pastor The Rev. Karla Shaw, Associate Pastor Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church 2128 Chatsworth Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107 ■ 619.223.1633 ■ pointlomachurch.org
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Order of Worship
Please remember to silence your cell phones and refrain from flash photography.
Prelude
Come, Christians, Join to Sing Alicia McMillan, organist
Welcome and Call to Worship *Hymns of Praise
Invocation
Affirmation of Grace Carolyn Hamlin
Rev. Dr. John Powell
Come, Christians, Join to Sing How Great Is Our God You Are Mine
No. 108 (1,3)
(8:30) Rev. Karla Shaw
Ministry of Music
Celtic Laud Pamela Martin/Craig Courtney New Covenant Choir Don Brenneman, director
Old Testament Reading The Story, page 255-256 Elder Anne Hill Daniel 3:8-30 (page 822 in pew Bible) Prayer of Confession (in unison, followed by silent prayer) Lord of peace and God of love and truth, grant us your peace. Send your peace to the world. Take from the world the threat of war, and bring in the time when the nations will live in friendship with each other, united as subjects of that Kingdom of which You are King, as members of that Family of which you are Father. Send peace within ourselves. Help us live in peace with those around us. Rid us of the bitter and unforgiving spirit. Control our temper and our tongue. Grant that we may nourish no grudge within our hearts and no memory of injury within our minds, and grant that neighborly love may banish hate. Take from us the worries that distract us, and give us more trust. Take from us the doubts that disturb us, and make us sure of You. Take from us the false ambitions which drive us, and make us more content to serve you where we are and as we are. All this we ask through Jesus Christ. (silent prayers) Amen. --taken from William Barclay’s Prayers for the Christian Year, 2nd Epiphany
*Response Blessed Be Your Name (Children come forward) Children’s Sermon (Children to Sunday School)
Karen Connor
Joys and Concerns Introduction of New Members *Song of Preparation
I Cannot Tell
No. 109 (1,4)
Sermon:
“Daniel in Exile” The Story: Chapter 18 Selections
Pastor John
Call to Prayer
Just a Closer Walk with Thee
No. 561 (1)
Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer Invitation to Christian Stewardship Offertory
Immortal, Invisible
arr. Hayes & Gaspard
Bryan Verhoye, pianist; Alicia McMillan, organist
*Doxology (Old Hundredth) *Prayer of Dedication
*Closing Hymn
How Great Is Our God
*Benediction Postlude *please stand
Summer Rain Alicia McMillan, organist
A. Young Kim
~~~ NEXT WEEK: The Story, Chapter 19 “The Return Home”
Adult Discipleship Sunday Scripture Group — 10 am, Parlor. Today is episode #3 of our series entitled Towards Belief, addressing the top belief blockers of our time. Over 30 leading Christian academics, pastors, authors and apologists offer thoughtful and compelling responses to the most frequently cited reasons leading to a lack of confidence in the Church. Topics such as sexual abuse in the church, compatibility of science and faith, existence of suffering, and religious violence, will be examined. All are welcome. Contact: Bob Simoneau
[email protected].
Young Mom’s Bible Study—Mondays, 9:15-10:30 am, Parlor. For moms of kids elementary age and younger led by Pastor Karla. We are into The Story. No meeting on Jan. 19 due to MLK holiday. Contact:
[email protected]. For free childcare, contact
[email protected]. DAYBREAK—Tuesdays at 6:40 am in the Chapel with Pastor John. Jan. 20 is Chapter 19 of The Story. Contact:
[email protected]. Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study—9:00 am, Parlor, led by Pastor Karla. We are into a new 8-week study on “Unbinding the Gospel” by Martha Grace Reese. Book is $15 and can be purchased online, or buy from Pastor Karla. Contact: Clara Blenis at (619) 223-5950. Men@Work—Wednesdays at 8:30 am in the Library. We meet with coffee and discussion of The Story with Pastor John, and then work on various church projects. Contact: Don Griffith at
[email protected]. Wednesday Men’s Bible Study—4:30 pm in the Parlor with Pastor John. Jan. 14, we’ll be on chapter 19 of The Story. Casual Bible Study—Every other Wednesday in the church Library from 6-7 pm. This fun group is led by Pastor Karla and will next meet on January 28 with The Story. Contact:
[email protected]. Wednesday Refresh—7 to 8:30 pm on 1st and 3rd Weds. Home of Bob & Ginny Edwards, 2125 Locust St. 92106 (619) 222-4262. We are studying the Psalms. Singles, couples—all are welcome. Contact:
[email protected]. Friday—The Bridge—6:30-8 pm. This adult group (20s/40s) meets every other Friday for fellowship. We are studying Knowing God by J.I. Packer. Next meetings are February 6 and 20 in the Library. Childcare provided at small cost. Contact:
[email protected].
Children’s Discipleship Karen Connor, Director:
[email protected] Nursery Care is available for infants to two-year olds during all Sunday services. Please ask an usher for directions. Contact is Maggie Hills
[email protected] (619) 223-1633 x212. Sunday School: At both 8:30 and 10:15 hours, we have a Bible overview using videos, games, music and crafts, all synchronized with weekly sermons and adult studies of The Story. Children are to attend first part of the service with their parents.
Kids Club: (4 yrs.-6th gr.) meets Thursdays in Family Life Center. 4-4:55 pm—2nd-6th grade 5-5:45 pm—4 yrs.-1st grade Jan. 22—Melted Crayon Pictures Jan. 29—Milk Carton Bird Feeders Rt. 56: Fridays, 5 to 7 pm, Family Life Center. Enjoy a meal, play games, and discuss relevant topics with friends. Jan. 28 at 5:15—Serve at OB Community Dinners. Jan. 31-Feb. 2—Forest Home Winter Camp
Bible Memory Class for 3rd & 4th Graders: Meets in Classroom 5 at 8:30 on Sundays through May 10. For questions contact Judy Pritchett at
[email protected].
BRICK Youth Group Tues. Lunch Club @ PLHS Wed. Senior High Youth Group, 7:30-9:30 pm Thur. Junior High Youth Group, 6:00-8:00 pm Fri. Engedi Club @ Correia, Lunchtime Youth Director:
[email protected]
Wear Your Name Badge Need one? Members: 1st one free; replacements $5. Non-members and all children $5. Fill out a form on the Information Kiosk, or contact
[email protected]
Week of Sunday, January 18, 2015
8:30 am Classic Worship, Sanctuary 10:00 am Scripture Study Group, Parlor 10:15 am Classic Worship, Sanctuary 10:15 am Café Service, Family Life Center 1:00 pm Robotics Meeting, Room 6 Monday, January 19 - MLK Birthday—Office Closed 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 9:30 am Rachel Circle, Library Tuesday, January 20 6:40 am Daybreak, Chapel 9:00 am Women’s Bible Study, Parlor 9:00 am Preschool screening, Room 6 9:30 am MOPS, Library 10:00 am Red Brick Seniors, Family Life Center 1:30 pm Ministry Staff Meeting, Parlor 6:30 pm Retreat Small Group Training, Parlor 7:00 pm Boy Scout Troop 24, Youth Center 7:00 pm Ringers ReJOYce!, Bell Room 7:15 pm Overeaters Anonymous, Room 8 Wednesday January 21 8:30 am Men @ Work, Library 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 9:00 am Preschool screening, Room 6 4:30 pm Men’s Bible Study, Parlor 6:00 pm New Member Class #3, Family Life Center 6:30 pm Women’s AA, Room 8 7:30 pm Senior High Youth, Youth Center Thursday, January 22 6:30 am Men’s Covenant Groups, Various 9:00 am Preschool screening, Room 6 9:30 am CBS Classes, Campus-wide 4:00 pm Kids Club & Children’s Choirs 5:00 pm Girl Scout Camporee Meeting, Library 6:00 pm Junior High Youth, Youth Center 6:30 pm Café Band, Family Life Center 6:30 pm Men’s AA, Sanctuary Room 1 7:15 pm New Covenant Choir, Choir Room Friday, January 23-25—Women’s Retreat, Mission Viejo 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 9:00 am Preschool screening, Room 6 4:00 pm Robotics Meeting, Room 6 Saturday, January 24 9:00 am SD Master Chorale Retreat, Sanctuary
Senior Adult Discipleship RSVP to Leslie Hanna for ALL activities: (619) 223-1633 x210 Red Brick Seniors: Program at 11 am, Family Life Center: Lunch at noon $6.00. January 20, 2015: Robin Young. Lunch: Roast pork with prunes, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, molded salad, rolls, and apple pie. Jan. 28—Lunch & Learn: Family Life Center Basics of Memory Loss. Noon to 2pm Jan. 29—Lawrence Welk—The King and I. 10 am to 4:30—$90. Ageless Fitness: M/W/F, 9-10 am, Family Life Center, $2 Contact: Fran Styles (619) 223-8204
Coming Events / Save the Dates TODAY Hank Copeland Appreciation Day TODAY Half-Day Mexico Mission Trip Jan. 19 MLKing Birthday, Office Closed Jan. 19 Rachel Circle Jan. 23-25 Women’s Retreat Jan. 27 Deacons’ Meeting Jan. 28 Session Meeting with New Members Jan. 30-Feb. 1 Forest Home, 4th-6th Graders Feb. 2 Preschool Registration Begins Feb. 8 PLCPC Annual Meeting, 9:30 am Feb. 15 Deacons’ Pancake Breakfast Feb. 16 Presidents’ Day, Office Closed Feb. 18 Ash Wednesday Feb. 24 Deacons’ Meeting Feb. 25 Session Meeting Mar. 30 Spring Break Apr. 2 Maundy Thursday Apr. 3 Good Friday Apr. 5 Easter Sunday Apr. 12 Youth Sunday Apr. 14 Women Connecting Dinner
5th Thursday Men’s Breakfast. We meet at the Point Loma Café at 4865 North Harbor Dr. on Thursday, January 29. There is parking next door that is validated at the restaurant. We start at 6:30 am with a no host breakfast and are out by 8 am. All men are invited. Bring your 2015 resolutions, predictions, and sense of humor and enjoy the fellowship and stories of how God is at work. For more information contact Gordy Lutes
[email protected].
Preschool and Toddler Learning Center Registration for 2015-2016. We are offering many class options next fall! You can choose 2, 3, or 5 days a week for 3 or 5 hours a day for your child. There are also options for 4 or 6 hours, if needed. Church Member Priority Registration for the Preschool and Toddler Learning Center programs is on Monday, February 2, from 9:00 am-12:00 pm, in the Preschool Office. For questions or tour of the facilities, please call Nicole Hage or Joette Correia at (619) 223-3327.
Pointing Ahead—January 18, 2015 Welcome to worship, good friends and neighbors, We come to that particular season in the life of God’s people when they are trying to cling to hope amidst their decades of Exile. The themes of Exile and Return bear great weight in the word and work of God now, even into our time. For much of the Scriptures speak to that Remnant of God’s people faithful and true to Him. They have been scattered, by many means. And it is only the Good Shepherd, the Great Shepherd, the Chief Shepherd, as the New Testament describes Jesus, who can truly bring them home, back together. Do you have someone in your life who seems to be in exile? Maybe a loved one or friend or neighbor or family member who seems so distant, seemingly captured by alien hands or spirit; abducted, kidnapped by life’s threats? Yes, I have a couple of folk on my list. Frankly, there are many about town and our neighborhood who have been taken into exile by foreign gods, who still live in the same place. But they’ve been captivated by the idols of the world, and are spending their lives or chasing after that which will let them down in the end. So here is Daniel today, who like a lighthouse continues to ‘let his light shine’ amidst the towering power of Babylon, protected by God and placed strategically for God’s purposes. We say that God’s Upper Story is working out even amidst Daniel’s Lower Story. So might it also for us. In a few weeks, we’ll see Esther also in that season of the next empire, who is placed by God to protect her people, ‘for such a time as this.’
POINT LOMA COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 2128 CHATSWORTH BLVD. SAN DIEGO, CA 92107 619.223.1633 POINTLOMACHURCH.ORG AT PLCPC WE SEEK TO EXPERIENCE JESUS, STRENGTHEN CHRIST’S CHURCH, JOURNEY INTO DEEPER FAITH, AND TRANSFORM OUR WORLD.
God give you that Grace, Mercy and Peace, that empowers you to ‘stand in the strength of the Lord and His might’ as you put on the whole armor of God in these days (Ephesians 6) just like Daniel. So that whether a fiery furnace or den of lions, you will trust and be not afraid. For Christ and His Kingdom, I would continue, Yours and His, Pastor John
