PARTICIPATING IN WORSHIP TODAY Rev. Dr. John Powell, Senior Pastor Rev. Karla Shaw, Associate Pastor Karen Connor, Director of Children’s Discipleship Joyful Praise and Cherub Children’s Choirs Alicia McMillan, Organist and Director of Children’s Choirs Bryan Verhoye, Pianist and Music Associate Deacon Greeters: 8:30 Mary-Carol Madison, 10:15 Tracy & Jamie Wilkinson Ushers for June: Amy Adams, Ben Adams, Carolyn Griesemer, Al Walter, Ellen Anderson, Carol Leimbach, John Leimbach and Lou Ray Checkert Media Ministries: Pat Ogle, Jim Hervey, and Greg Cuddeback. 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 Antoinette and Ron Hamilton in loving memory of her mother, Emilia Moffa. The flowers are also given by Dan and Yvonne Larsen in memory of their parents, Ben and Hannah Larsen, and Hugo and Amy Wickstrom. Lana Brenes and Ellen Anderson created the floral arrangements. PRAYER QUILT MINISTRY: Prayer Quilts are gifts of love and prayers for those in special need. To request a quilt, please contact Joanne Albrecht at (619) 222-1585, or Louise Lucas at
[email protected].
A Service of Worship June 7, 2015
Classic Worship 8:30 & 10:15 am ~ Sanctuary
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, Andrew White, and Peter Mantz and the crew of the USS Essex. To express appreciation and prayers to any of these service personnel, contact Tom or Julie Gadzala for addresses at
[email protected].
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
Sing to the Lord Bryan Verhoye, pianist
Welcome and Call to Worship *Hymn of Praise
Joys and Concerns arr. Mark Hayes
Rev. Dr. John Powell
God Is Here!
No. 701 (1-4)
Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 33:21-34:2; 34:31-33
Karen Connor
Ministry of Music
Good “Kings” Come in Small Packages By Linda Rebuck, David and Bonnie Huntsinger Joyful Praise and Cherub Choirs Alicia McMillan, director
Call to Prayer
Karen Connor
Finale from Sonata #6 Bryan Verhoye, pianist
*Doxology (Old Hundredth)
No. 808
*Prayer of Dedication
Karen Connor Here I Am
*Benediction
Rev. Karla Shaw Make Me a Servant
Offertory Beethoven
*Closing Hymn
Celebrate! with “How Excellent Your Name” Bad, Bad King solo, Hannah Olivas Tax Collector’s Song Idol Rap solo, Solana Hudson Tax Collector’s Reprise Trust in God solo, Amanda Garrington, and Logan Shimabukuro A King He Cannot Be: solos, Jordyn Duby, Maura Hare, Ava Bayne, and Paige Weck Good News and Bad News Make Me a Servant solo, Maura Hare A King He’s Born to Be Count to Ten Celebrate! with “How Excellent Your Name Finale” solo, Jordyn Duby Reflection
Invitation to Christian Stewardship
No. 653
Prayers of the People and Lord’s Prayer Pastor John Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed by 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.
Postlude
Fanfare Alicia McMillan, organist
Gordon Young
*please stand ~~~ Musical Cast (Joyful Praise Choir): Elizabeth the Narrator—Hannah Olivas, Rylie Hage King Amon—Alex Perrill Josiah—Stevie Ott Hilkiah—Amanda Garrington Tax Collectors—Anna Feher, Jordyn Duby, Solana Hudson Assyrian Messenger—Ava Bayne Court Announcer—Paige Weck Castle Guard—Logan Shimabukuro Castle Servants—Ava Raugust, Savannah Kallsen, Maura Hare, Atiana Valencia Stage Manager—Ryan Hage Gong Player—Savannah Kallsen Choir Members—Juliette Grant, Sasha Grant Cantors—Solana Hudson, Savannah Kallsen, Sasha Grant, Maura Hare
Castle Servants (Cherub Choir: only performing during 8:30 service) Oliver Bayne, George Burrell, James Burrell, Jack Connor, Donovan Hudson, Ryder Owre, Natalie Sanford, Andrew Shimabukuro, Kylie VanCooney, Lincoln Whitney Special thanks to all who contributed time and resources! Choreography and Drama Coach: Jill Curtiss Sound: Hank Copeland, Cheryl Louie Set Design: Sarah Hilton, Cathy White, Lou Moody Costumes: Kristi Olivas, Zoe Feher, Marti Baird Props: Jennifer Whitney Accompanists: Bryan Verhoye, Shara Pryor Cherub Choir Assistants: Evelyn Cintas, Marti Baird, Jean Wirick
Adult Discipleship
Children’s Discipleship
Sunday Scripture Group — 10 am, Parlor. We are viewing Dr. Ken Bailey’s series The Parables of Jesus in Luke. We’ll examine Jesus’ personal instructions to His disciples with the help of this internationally recognized authority. All are welcome. Contact: Bob Simoneau
[email protected].
Karen Connor, Director (
[email protected])
Young Mom’s Bible Study—Resumes in September. Contact:
[email protected]. Rachel Circle—3rd Mondays in the Library. On June 15, we’ll have our annual salad luncheon at 11 am. Come join us with a salad. Next meeting will be September 21. Questions to Marge Grant (858) 296-2720. DAYBREAK—Tuesdays at 6:40 am in the Chapel will resume on September 15. Contact:
[email protected]. Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study—9:00 to 11:00 am. We will resume in the fall. Contact: Clara Blenis at (619) 223-5950. Men@Work—Wednesdays at 8:30 am in the Library. We will
resume in the fall, but will assist with VBS projects in July and other church repairs as needed during the summer. Contact: Don Griffith at
[email protected]. Wednesday Men’s Bible Study—5:00 pm in the Parlor. We are embarking on our 8-week study using Ken Bailey’s video series Jesus and His Vision of His Mission. Contact:
[email protected]. Casual Bible Study—Every other Wednesday in the church Library from 6-7 pm. We’ll resume in the fall. 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) 2224262. 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 in the Library for fellowship, and will resume in the fall. Childcare available at a small cost. Contact:
[email protected].
Sunday School is available at both the 8:30 and 10:15 hours. Children are to attend first part of the service with their parents. *Note: There will be no Sunday School on June 7 due to the Children's Musical. Nursery for infants 6 mo.—3 yrs will be open. Kids Club (4 years-6th grade), Thursdays, Family Life Center No Kids Club for upper grades in June. Choir Party: June 11: 4-6 pm—Family Life Center VBS is set for July 20-24, 9 am to Noon. Camp is for children ages 4 years—6th grade. Registration is now closed. Volunteer opportunities are still available.
Coming Events / Save the Dates June PUM Backpack Drive June 20—Mission Study Seminar June 21 Deacons’ Pancake Breakfast June 28 Church on the Lawn, 10 am, & BBQ July 19 Bluegrass Concert & Square Dance July 20-24: Vacation Bible School Aug. 15 Youth Rummage Sale, 8 am to 1 pm Aug. 16 Bryan Verhoye & Friends Aug. 23 Prayer Quilt Sunday
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, June 7, 2015 8:30 am 10:00 am 10:15 am
Children’s Choirs Musical, Sanctuary Scripture Study Group, Parlor Children’s Choirs Musical, Sanctuary
Monday, June 8 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 6:00 pm Cub Scouts, Family Life Center Tuesday, June 9 9:00 am Wanderer’s Way Workshop, Chapel 10:00 am Red Brick Seniors, Family Life Center 1:30 pm Ministry Staff Meeting, Parlor 7:00 pm Mission Beyond, Library 7:00 pm Boy Scout Troop 24, Youth Center 7:00 pm Ringers ReJOYce!, Bell Room 7:15 pm Overeaters Anonymous, Room 8 Wednesday June 10 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 12:00 pm Lunch & Learn, Family Life Center 1:00 pm Prayer Quilt Workshop, Library 5:00 pm Men’s Bible Study, Parlor 6:00 pm Finance, Office 6:30 pm Women’s AA, Room 8 7:30 pm Senior High Youth, Youth Center Thursday, June 11 9:00 am Preschool Movie Day, Library 10:00 am Knitters, Parlor 4:00 pm Children’s Choirs Party, Family Life Center 6:00 pm Junior High Youth, Youth Center 6:30 pm Men’s AA, Sanctuary Room 1 7:00 pm Girl Scout Service Unit, Library Friday, June 12 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 9:00 am Preschool Movie Day, Library 5:00 pm Alicia McMillan, Sanctuary
PUM Backpack Drive
Senior Adult Discipleship
On Sundays in June, the Deacons are collecting cash/checks for backpacks for Presbyterian Urban Ministries. Look for their table on the Plaza. Checks payable to PLCPC noted PUM Backpacks are gratefully accepted. Contact: Geri Nielsen at
[email protected].
RSVP to Leslie Hanna for ALL activities: (619) 223-1633 x210
MISSION STUDY SEMINAR JUNE 20, 2015 8:30 to 12:00 Family Life Center Who will be our next Senior Pastor? How can we be sure to find the right match for our congregation? Join us as we seek to discern who we are as a congregation and find our way forward. If you want to have a say in where we go from here, it is important for you to attend this seminar. Presenter: The Rev. Dr. Neal Nybo He will guide us forward and help get us from here to the best there. Sign up on the Plaza between services. Contact Anne Hill if you have questions
[email protected]
Life Events
A memorial service for John Nelson, who passed away May 16, 2015, is scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2015, at 10:30 am in the Sanctuary. Rev. Dr. John Powell will officiate.
Pointing Ahead—June 7, 2015 Greetings, friends,
Red Brick Senior Center—10 am to 1 pm June 9—Rear View Mirror. Lunch $6: Chicken, casserole, roasted vegetables, salad, rolls, and brownies.
How can many of us become more faithful Convictional Christians vs. the Casual Christians we’ve been hearing about these past weeks through the Pew Report?
June 10—Lunch & Learn: Positive Solutions— 11:30 sack lunch –12 pm program, Family Life Center.
Let me offer the Heidelberg Catechism (HC). I was a very young minister when I was first aware of the first Question/Answer of the HC. I think it was when I had just gone to Glendale Presbyterian Church as their fulltime Youth Assistant, with 6 Seminarians from Fuller working very hard with me in Junior High, Senior High and College. And there was a tragic death of a youth from Arcadia Presbyterian Church that we had known when we’d take 250 kids to Winter Camp with that church. So I attended. And I will never forget the power and grace and peace that came as their Senior Pastor, Jim Hagelganz, whom I have invited here to preach in our past years, stood up and first quoted those words. I was spell-bound.
Ageless Fitness: M/W/F, 9-10 am, Family Life Center, $2/session. Fran Styles (619) 223-8204.
Pastoral Succession Process To keep the congregation apprised of the progress and milestones in the process to select a new Senior Pastor, a link has been placed on our PLCPC website. Go to www.pointlomachurch.org and click on the Stay Current tab and scroll to Pastoral Succession Process. Updates will be added to the website as appropriate. For those without computers, a black & white copy of the process is on page 7 of the June-July Spire, and a few color copies are available in the church office. Elder Kathy Wright, Chair of Nominating
I cannot help but urge any new elder or other leader here to commit them to memory. And I urge it upon you! We’ll take this up during the next weeks in worship beginning June 14. We have obtained a limited number of the booklet, The Heidelberg Catechism: A New Translation for the 21st Century, by Lee C. Barrett, III. It is available for $8 on the Plaza between services, or in the church office.
POINT LOMA COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 2128 CHATSWORTH BLVD. SAN DIEGO, CA 92107 619.223.1633 AT PLCPC WE SEEK TO EXPERIENCE JESUS, STRENGTHEN CHRIST’S CHURCH, JOURNEY INTO DEEPER FAITH, AND TRANSFORM OUR WORLD.
What IS your only comfort in life and in death? Yours and His, Pastor John
