PARTICIPATING IN WORSHIP TODAY The Rev. Karla Shaw, Associate Pastor Arlana Holland, Pastoral Intern Don Brenneman, Minister of Music & Business Administrator Summer Ensemble Alicia McMillan, Organist and Director of Children’s and Youth Choirs Bryan Verhoye, Pianist and Music Associate Deacon Greeters: 8:30 Eddie and Kathy Dees; 10:15 Ellen Mac Vean Ushers for July: Linda and Fred Daugherty, Russ Day, Kris Cooper, Carol Cooper, Ellen Anderson, and Bill Wilson. Media Ministries Volunteers: Pat Ogle, Erich McMillan, Mark Albrecht, Greg Cuddeback, and Hank Copeland. 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 Jack and Bettyann Lamott to thank our Sunday School and Youth workers who make a difference! Maureen Blackhall created the floral arrangements. FLOWERS ON JULY 13 (for Church on the Lawn at 10 am) are given by the families of Dotsy and Al Baber and Ann Silliman in loving memory of their parents Jim and Gwen Lyon. The flowers are also given by Ed Lynds and Eleanor Witte in loving memory of their parents Ed and Marjorie Lynds. The July 13 floral arrangements will be created by Dotsy Baber and Janet Dort. PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED FOR OUR DEPLOYED MILITARY: James Watts, Gregory White, Rick Nestor, Martin Jacquez, Scott Castlen, Derek Peel, and Tom Daggett. To express appreciation and prayers to any of these service personnel, contact Tom and Julie Gadzala for addresses at
[email protected]. PRAYER QUILT MINISTRY: Prayer Quilts are gifts of love and prayers for someone in special need. To request a quilt, please contact Louise Lucas at
[email protected], or Joanne Albrecht at (619) 222-1585 VACATION PLEDGING: It’s the season for summer vacations, but please remember not to take a vacation from your church pledge! PLCPC’s needs are on-going. Thank you for your faithfulness.
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 July 6, 2014 Blended Worship 8:30 & 10:15 am ~ Sanctuary Café Worship 10:15 am ~ Family Life Center
Experience Jesus Strengthen Christ’s Church Journey into Deeper Faith Transform Our World
Order of Worship
Joys and Concerns Birthday Blessing (Children to Sunday School)
Please remember to silence your cell phones and refrain from flash photography.
Invitation to Christian Stewardship Prelude
Promised Land Bryan Verhoye, pianist
Welcome and Call to Worship *Songs of Praise
Scripture Reading:
Rev. Karla Shaw
O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing No. 130 (1-5) Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)
*Invocation Ministry of Music
arr. Jan Sanborn
Arlana Holland A Canon of Praise Summer Ensemble Don Brenneman, director John 3:1-16
Natalie Sleeth
(Page 93 in pew Bible)
Prayer of Confession (in unison, followed by silent prayer) We lift up our hearts, O God, on this weekend of celebration in gratitude for the gift of being free. We rejoice with all those who share in the great dream of dignity for all. Forgive us for the prejudice we harbor in our hearts. Instead help us to work for a time when all people will be granted equal dignity and worth.
Come, O gracious God, keep us free from all that might hold us in bondage. Bless us, O God, and join our simple celebration that we may praise you, our Source of freedom, the One in whom we place our trust. (silent prayers) Amen.
Offertory
America, the Beautiful Bryan Verhoye, pianist
arr. Phillip Keveren
*Doxology (Old Hundredth) *Prayer of Dedication Sermon:
Freedom Beyond Our Bill of Rights Galatians 5:1; II Corinthians 2:17
Call to Communion
Pastor Karla
I Will Sing of My Redeemer
No. 492
The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper As We Gather Around the Table No. 770 Jesus, Thy Boundless Love to Me 556 (1,3) Fairest Lord Jesus No. 115 (1,2,4) Because He Lives No. 238 Pastoral Prayer & The Lord’s Prayer (sung) *Benediction Postlude
Trumpet Tune in D Major Alicia McMillan, organist
David N. Johnson
*please stand
Affirmation of Grace *Response
Here I Am to Worship
SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2014 Church on the Library Lawn — One service at 10 am Ample seating provided. BBQ on our Plaza following. Wear a hat!
All-Church
Children’s Discipleship
Week of Sunday, July 6, 2014
CAFÉ SERVICE happens today in the Family Life Center. Join us at 10:15 to experience this worship venue that is casual, with a band, visual art, coffee/pastries, and today’s sermon on video. Contact:
[email protected].
NURSERY CARE is available for infants to two-year olds during all worship services. Please ask an usher for directions.
8:30 am 10:00 am 10:15 am 10:15 am
Adult Discipleship Sunday Scripture Group — 10 am, Parlor. Today is Part 3 of 13 of, Jesus Interprets His Own Cross, the third section of Dr. Ken Bailey's masterwork of Christology. Join us! Questions? Call Bob Simoneau at (619) 223-6248. Young Mom’s Bible Study—Mondays, 9:15-10:30 am, Parlor. For moms of kids elementary age and younger led by Pastor Karla. Restarts in the fall. Contact is Julia Roller at
[email protected]. Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study—9:00 am, Parlor, led by Pastor Karla. Restarts in the fall. Contact Clara Blenis at (619) 223-5950.
Men@Work—Restarts in the fall. Contact: Don Griffith at
[email protected]. Wednesday Men’s Bible Study—5:00 pm. Our group is now on hiatus until September 3. Contact is Jerry Heidt at
[email protected]. Wednesday Casual Bible Study—Every other Wednesday in the church Library from 6-7 pm. This fun group is led by Pastor Karla and will resume in the fall. Contact is
[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, old, young—all are welcome. Contact is
[email protected]. 5th Thursday at 6:30 am is a new gathering of ALL the Men’s Small Groups for fellowship and witness. Next gathering is July 31 from 6:30 to 8:00 am for breakfast at the Point Loma Café, in the back, just off Nimitz on N. Harbor Dr. Dutch treat! Contact is Gordy Lutes at (619) 222-3989, or
[email protected].
We are interviewing potential volunteers for Sunday School, Kids Club and Rt. 56. If you would like to join our team, please contact Cindy Davis, Karen Connor, or Maggie Hills at
[email protected]. Thank you!
Youth Discipleship HOUSEBOATS - JULY 27 - AUG 3 Each year, our High School Ministry is blessed to take a group of students on a houseboat trip for a week together on the water. We take time to get to know one another better, to play together, and to worship together. The experience brings our youth closer through shared experience and closer to God through time away from usual distractions. Cost is $350. Contact Deleir now!
Senior Adult Discipleship RED BRICK SENIOR CENTER (Resumes September 9) SENIOR SUMMER EVENTS July 8: 10 am—Games & mixers 10:30—Frannie & Kai entertain on violin and piano 11:00—Bring a sack lunch, or order box lunch ($5) by previous Friday (619) 223-1633 x210.
Blended Worship, Sanctuary Scripture Study Group, Parlor Café Worship, Family Life Center Blended Worship, Sanctuary
Monday, July 7 9:00 am Senior Fitness, Family Life Center 2:00 pm Shepard Center Meeting, Family Life Center 6:00 pm Cub Scouts, Family Life Center Tuesday, July 8 10:00 am Senior Summer Programs, 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 7:15 pm Overeaters Anonymous, Room 8 Wednesday July 9 9:00 am Senior Fitness, Family Life Center 11:00 am Lunch and Learn, Family Life Center 1:00 pm Prayer Quilt Workshop, Library 6:00 pm Finance, Parlor 6:30 pm Women’s AA, Room 8 Thursday, July 10 10:00 am Knitters, Parlor 6:30 pm Men’s AA, Parlor 7:00 pm Girl Scout Service Unit, Library Friday, July 11 9:00 am Senior Fitness, Family Life Center
LUNCH & LEARN Wednesday, July 9, 11:30 to 1:00, Family Life Center Fall Prevention Class
Saturday, July 12 9:00 am CTC (Continuing the Conversation), Library 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Rummage Collection, Family Life Center
Lunch at 11:30, discussion at Noon Bring your own sack lunch. Beverages and dessert provided. Registration required to Leslie Hanna (619) 223-1633 x210.
Sunday, July 13 10:00 am Sunday Worship, Library Lawn 11:00 am BBQ, Plaza 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Rummage Collection, Family Life Center
Upcoming Events July 6 — August 3: Backpack Drive July 9 Lunch & Learn-Fall Prevention July 12 Begin Rummage Collection July 13 Church on the Lawn at 10 am, followed by BBQ on the Plaza July 19 Youth Rummage Sale August 17 Bryan & Friends October 19 Deacons’ Pancake Breakfast October 19, at 7:00 pm Organ and Piano Concert with San Diego’s Robert Plimpton & Bryan Verhoye November 30 December 7 January 23-25
Alternative Christmas Faire Christmas Concerts Women’s Retreat
Deacons Backpack Drive for PUM Year-round schools begin July 22, and many students in some of our surrounding communities need new backpacks loaded with school supplies to start their new year. Please bring backpacks and/or school supplies between services to our table on the Plaza any Sunday now through Aug. 3, or drop them off in the Church Office. Thank you!
Concert on the Plaza Bryan Verhoye & Friends August 17, 5:00 pm with jazz flutist Holly Hoffman, vocalists Eric von Metze & Shelly Marie Verhoye Glen Fisher, bass, and David Zedaker Jr., drums
Pointing Ahead—July 6, 2014
This is an all-church event and we need you! Prime items: gently used furniture, electronics, sporting goods, housewares, appliances, collectibles, women’s clothing (on hangers, please), jewelry, and accessories. Donations accepted July 12 through 17, each day from 11 am – 2 pm. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! Visit www.pointlomachurch.org and sign up for one of our volunteer slots!
[email protected]
PRESCHOOL/CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFICE RENOVATION Due to our expanding Preschool, renovations are now taking place in our Education buildings. The new rooms will be ready for the fall.
I hope you had fabulous 4th of July! What a wonderful holiday—a day when we have the opportunity to reflect on the men and women who stood firm in their convictions and, in many cases, offered their lives so that we—future generations—might live in freedom. Between the gathering of family and friends, good food, and fireworks, I hope you had the time to pause and think about how your life is built on the backs of choices made by those who went before us. I know I am grateful to live in that luxury today—a time when I don’t have to be stripped of my dignity, where I can worship freely, where I have the opportunity to speak my opinions without punishment. We receive these things from our Constitution— the right to be human. Our forefathers and mothers fought that we might not be under the tyranny of another nation. God, through His Son, Jesus Christ, fought so that we might not be under the tyranny of sin. He came to set us free despite the circumstances we find ourselves in. From our forefathers and mothers we have received physical relief in our temporary space, but in Christ Jesus we receive spiritual release that is eternal—an eternity that starts now. Have you truly embraced the freedom Christ bought for you? Have you allowed the Spirt of God to bring you newness of life? Or are you finding freedom only in the temporal? Today, may God release your soul to be free. Next week, don’t forget to invite a friend to join us on the library lawn for worship at 10 am followed by a barbeque on the Plaza. Perhaps this is a way you can share what Christ has done in your life with someone you care about.
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.
Blessings, Pastor Karla
