PARTICIPATING IN WORSHIP TODAY Rev. Dr. John Powell, Senior Pastor Rev. Karla Shaw, Associate Pastor Don Brenneman, Minister of Music & Business Administrator Karen Connor, Director of Children’s Discipleship Elder Gerri Lewis New Covenant Choir Bryan Verhoye, Pianist and Music Associate Worship Band: David Held, Bob Giesick, David Zedaker, Jr. Alicia McMillan, Organist & Director of Children’s Choirs Deacon Greeters: 8:30 George Shinn; 10:15 Mike Savacool and Dean Kallsen Ushers for February: Carl Federici, Marti Baird, Bryan Bennett, Jane Bennett, George Shinn, Mike Long, Aaron Whitaker, and Merideth Blair. Media Ministries : Dave Baker, Erich McMillan, and Pat Ogle. PRAYER is a powerful source of comfort and healing. Please contact the church office, or note your prayer request on a Visitor Welcome Card. Place the card in the offering or hand to an usher. TODAY’S FLOWERS are given in loving memory of Anne and Norris Howe by their daughters. The flowers are also given by Joanne Hickey in honor of her husband, Frank Hickey, her brother, Glenn, and her parents, Helen and Ronald Bovee. The arrangements were created by Ellen Anderson and Jill Giesick. The flowers in the Narthex are given in loving memory of Charles G. Wootton by his family, remembering his celebration of life one year ago. PRAYER QUILT MINISTRY: Prayer Quilts are gifts of love and prayers for someone in special need. To request a prayer quilt, telephone Joanne Albrecht at (619) 222-1585, or email Louise Lucas at
[email protected]. PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES: 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]. LIFE EVENTS: The baby rose on the communion table celebrates the birth on January 28, 2015 of James Balfour McCormick, son of Cari and Patrick McCormick. Proud grandparents are Sharon and Don Balfour. A memorial service was held February 21, 2015 for Brad Gibson, who passed away February 15, 2015. Rev. Karla Shaw officiated. John L. Spafford passed away on February 17, 2015. A memorial service will be held February 23, 2015 at 2:00 pm, with Rev. Dr. John Powell officiating. 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
A Service of Worship February 22, 2015 Classic Worship 8:30 & 10:15 am ~ Sanctuary Café Service 10:15 am ~ Family Life Center
Experience Jesus Strengthen Christ’s Church Journey into Deeper Faith Transform Our World
Order of Worship Please remember to silence your cell phones and refrain from flash photography. Prelude
Ain-a That Good News! Bryan Verhoye, pianist
Welcome and Call to Worship *Hymns of Praise
Michael Bedford arr. Hal H. Hopson
New Testament Reading Elder Gerri Lewis The Story, Chapter 23, pages 326-327 Prayer of Confession (in unison, followed by silent prayer) Wondrous Worker of Wonders, I praise you, not alone for what has been, or for what is, but for what is yet to be, for you are gracious beyond all telling of it. I praise you that out of the turbulence of my life a kingdom is coming, is being shaped even now out of my slivers of loving, my bits of trusting, my springs of hoping, my tootles of laughing, my drips of crying, my smidgens of worshiping; that out of my songs and struggles, out of my griefs and triumphs, I am gathered up and saved; for you are gracious beyond all telling of it. Thank you, Lord Jesus, for the gift of life, and the ways it is enriched, enhanced and enlivened, by others! (silent prayer) Amen. —adapted from Guerrillas of Grace by Ted Loder
Affirmation of Grace *Response Everlasting God (Children come forward)
Ministry of Music
No. 2 (1,2,4)
Rev. Karla Shaw Forty Days and Nights God, You Enfold Me Children’s Choirs Alicia McMillan, director Franny Coughlin, violin
Children’s Sermon (Children to Sunday School)
Karen Connor
Joys and Concerns Rev. Dr. John Powell
Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty Holy Is The Lord
*Invocation Ministry of Music
Arr. John Carter
Total Praise New Covenant Choir Don Brenneman, director
Richard Smallwood
*Hymn of Preparation Your Grace is Enough Sermon:
“Jesus’ Ministry Begins” The Story—Chapter 23B
Call to Prayer
God of Wonders
Pastor John
Pastoral Prayer followed by 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 Invitation to Christian Stewardship Offertory
Melodie
Edvard Grieg
*Doxology (Old Hundredth) *Prayer of Dedication *Closing Hymn
Your Grace is Enough
*Benediction Postlude *please stand
Menuet gothique Alicia McMillan, organist
L. Boëllmann
Adult Discipleship
Children’s Discipleship
Sunday Scripture Group — 10 am, Parlor. Today we continue 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].
Sunday School At both the 8:30 and 10:15 hours we will be doing an overview of the Bible using videos, games, music and crafts. Our program is synchronized with the weekly sermon and adult studies. Children are to attend first part of the service with their parents. Children’s Director:
[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. Contact:
[email protected]. For free childcare, contact
[email protected]. DAYBREAK—Tuesdays at 6:40 am in the Chapel with Pastor John. Feb. 24 is Chapter 24A 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. We will be studying portions of the book of John beginning March 3. 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—5:00 pm in the Parlor with Pastor John. Feb. 25, we’ll be on chapter 24A 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 using The Story. Next meeting is February 25. 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 March 6 and 20 in the Library. Childcare available at a small cost. Contact:
[email protected].
Kids Club (4 years-6th grade), Thursdays, Family Life Center 4-4:55pm- 2nd-6th grade; 5-5:45pm-4 years to 1st grade 02/26-Duct Tape Craft 3/5-Shamrock Pretzel Pops Route 56 (5th-6th grade) Fridays, 5-7pm, Family Life Center Enjoy a meal, play fun games and discuss relevant topics with friends. Friends are always welcome! Feb. 25 (Weds.) - Serve dinner at OB Community Dinners 5:15 to 7:15 Mar. 13 and 27 Meetings at 5pm in the Family Life Center Bible Memory Class for 3rd & 4th Grades Meets in Classroom 5 at 8:30am on Sundays through May 10. For questions contact Judy Pritchett at
[email protected]. Save the Date! Vacation Bible School is set for July 20-24. This is for children ages 4 years through 6th grade. We will have a great time of games, Bible stories, science experiments, crafts, music and more.
BRICK Youth Group Tues. Wed. Thur. Fri.
Lunch Club @ PLHS Senior High Youth Group, 7:30-9:30 pm Junior High Youth Group, 6:00-8:00 pm Engedi Club @ Correia, Lunchtime Youth Director:
[email protected]
Week of Sunday, February 22, 2015
8:30 am Classic Worship, Sanctuary 9:30 am Women Connecting Dinner Meeting, S1 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, February 23 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 9:15 am Young Moms Bible Study, Parlor 2:00 pm Spafford Memorial Service, Sanctuary 3:00 pm Spafford Reception, Family Life Center Tuesday, February 24 6:40 am Daybreak, Chapel 9:00 am Women’s Bible Study, Parlor 10:00 am Sanctuary Guild, Sanctuary 10:00 am Red Brick Seniors, Family Life Center 1:30 pm Ministry Staff Meeting, Parlor 7:00 pm Boy Scout Troop 24, Youth Center 7:00 pm Deacons Meeting, Library 7:00 pm Ringers ReJOYce!, Bell Room 7:15 pm Overeaters Anonymous, Room 8 Wednesday February 25 7:00 am YMCA Board Meeting, Family Life Center 8:30 am Men @ Work, Library 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 1:00 pm Prayer Quilt Workshop, Library 5:00 pm Men’s Bible Study, Parlor 5:15 pm Rt. 56 to OB Community Dinners 6:00 pm Casual Bible Study, Library 6:30 pm Session Meeting, Family Life Center 6:30 pm Women’s AA, Room 8 7:30 pm Senior High Youth, Youth Center Thursday, February 26 6:30 am Men’s Covenant Groups, Various 9:30 am CBS Classes, Campus-wide 4:00 pm Kids Club & Cherub Choir, Choir Room 5:00 pm Joyful Praise Choir, Choir Room 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, February 27 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 4:00 pm Robotics Meeting, Room 6 Saturday, February 28
Deacons Lenten Food Drive The Deacons will be collecting food, checks and gift cards to benefit PUM, Loaves & Fishes and OB Community Dinners from Sunday, February 22 to Sunday, March 29. We will have a table and grocery cart for drop off on the Plaza on Sundays, and collection boxes will be located in the office, Family Life Center, and other areas around campus for cans of tuna, vegetables, fruit, soup, beans, p-nut butter, mac & cheese, pasta and cereal. Let’s all get into the spirit of giving during this season of sacrifice. Contact person is Kathy Zorn Dees (619) 224-2177.
Sacred Space for Lent 2015 Pick up your free copy of this helpful booklet of reflections for daily readings and prayer starters during the Lenten season. Copies are available as you enter the Sanctuary, on the kiosk, or in the church office.
Senior Adult Discipleship RSVP to Leslie Hanna for ALL activities: (619) 223-1633 x210 Redbrick Senior Center—10 am to 1 pm Feb. 24 Alicia McMillan & Oscars Extravaganza. Lunch: Rangoon appetizers, beef bourguignon, mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables, sparkling cider, salad, rolls and millionaires cake. Excursion: Feb. 23 Pie and King Tut, 10:45 am to 3:30 pm; $60 Lunch & Learn: Feb. 25 Good Start Workshop for Parkinson’s, 12 to 2 pm, Family Life Center Ageless Fitness: M/W/F, 9-10 am, Family Life Center, $2/session. Contact: Fran Styles (619) 223-8204
Coming Events / Save the Dates Feb. 24 Deacons’ Meeting Feb. 25 Session Meeting Mar. 30 Spring Break Begins Apr. 2 Maundy Thursday Apr. 3 Good Friday Apr. 5 Easter Sunday 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 Apr. 12 Youth Sunday Apr. 14 Women Connecting Dinner April 25-26 Men’s Retreat May 2 Day of Service
Preschool and Toddler Learning Center Registration for 2015-2016 has begun. For more information or tour of the facilities, please call Nicole Hage or Joette Correia at (619) 223-3327.
Pointing Ahead—February 22, 2015 Good morning, friends, Many of you know Pam and I were in Atlanta last week for our annual National Covenant Group. This group of about 30 ordained pastors, professors, mission and Presbytery leaders has been meeting now for over 30 years. It has been a great joy and deep balm as the journey of ministry for and in Christ Jesus has been precious, long and challenging. But it has been a movable feast as we’ve met somewhere in the country for 3 or 4 days, from Florida to California, Ohio to Texas to worship together, grow deeper in faith and friendship, with great conversations at meals and the celebration of our families as many of us are now well into our grandparenting! Thank you for this time away for refreshment and ministry updates. Today at our house, we’re celebrating a big birthday for Pam, as our children are with us this weekend with great rejoicing: Stewart and Amy Powell, with Blake 14, Chloe 12 and Christian 5, from Pasadena, CA; the Rev. Elliott and Shannon Powell from Lubbock, Texas (whose daughters Lila 4 and Karissa 2 could not be here); and the Rev. Drs. Jennifer and David McNutt, with Priscilla 6 and Geneva 1, from Wheaton, IL. We are so grateful for these ones who have enlivened our journey through our decades of ministry and have kept us alert to the joys and challenges of life as family, for whom we praise our Lord. As we walk with Jesus through these next weeks in The Story, rest assured of his promise ‘never to leave us nor forsake us, because in life and in death, we belong to Him.’ Yours and His,
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.
Pastor John
