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 Mark Olcott New Covenant Choir and Brick Singers Bryan Verhoye, Pianist and Music Associate Alicia McMillan, Organist & Director of Children’s Choirs Deacon Greeters: 8:30 Mary-Carol Madison; 10:15 Ginny Gallagher LaRowe; Café Stephanie Wylie Ushers for March: Amy Adams, Ben Adams, Carolyn Griesemer, Al Walter, Ellen Anderson, Carol Leimbach, John Leimbach, and Lou Ray Checkert. Media Ministries : Pat Ogle, Mark Albrecht, and Dave Baker. 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 the Kearns girls in gratitude for the lives of their parents Helen and Bill Kearns and their stepfathers Uncle Bob Cheverton and Monroe Jones. The flowers are also given by Charlie and John Littrell to honor the wonderful Sunday School teachers at our church. The arrangements are by Suzy Lidstrom. PRAYER QUILT MINISTRY: Prayer Quilts are gifts of love and prayers for someone in special need. Today’s quilts are for Doug Perkins, Linda Hays, and Gene Shepard. To request a prayer quilt, please contact Joanne Albrecht at (619) 222-1585, or Louise Lucas at
[email protected]. PLEASE 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 Twin boys, Luke Thomas and Blake Steven Tourtellott, were born February 25, 2015 to Kimberly and Matthew Tourtellott. Proud grandparents are Barbara and Tom Tourtellott. 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 March 1, 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
Come, Seek the Lord Bryan Verhoye, pianist
Welcome and Call to Worship *Hymns of Praise
Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart Majesty, Worship His Majesty
*Invocation Ministry of Music
arr. Stephen Nielson
Ministry of Music Rev. Dr. John Powell No. 34 (1,2,4) No. 98 (8:30) Rev. Karla Shaw
God So Loved the World Dan Goeller Brick Singers and New Covenant Choir Don Brenneman, director
New Testament Reading The Story, pages 335-336 Elder Mark Olcott Chapter 24, The Parable of the Seed and the Soils Prayer of Confession (in unison, followed by silent prayer) God of the Covenant, During these 40 days, enlighten Your church with the bright glory of Your presence, for Your presence fills us with awe, Your word gives us unshakable hope. Fix in our hearts the image of Your Son in glory, so that, sustained on the path of discipleship, we may pass over with Him to newness of life. And as we receive His gifts at Your Table, let the words of our mouths and meditations of our hearts, be acceptable to You. Grant this through Christ, our deliverance and hope, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, holy and mighty God, for ever and ever. (silent prayers) Amen. —from Opening Prayers: Collects in Contemporary Language
Affirmation of Grace *Response The Solid Rock (Children come forward)
Joys and Concerns Birthday Blessing (Children to Sunday School)
No. 517 (1)
The Wayfaring Stranger Brick Singers Alicia McMillan, director
arr. Greg Gilpin
Invitation to Christian Stewardship Offertory
Minuet from Sonata in Bb Bryan Verhoye, pianist
Beethoven
*Doxology with Alleluias *Prayer of Dedication Sermon:
“No Ordinary Man” Part A The Story—Chapter 24
Call to Communion
As We Gather Around the Table
The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper As We Gather Around the Table Jesus Paid It All Jesus Messiah Fairest Lord Jesus
Pastor John
No. 770 No. 770 No. 489 (1,2,4) No. 115 (1-4)
Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer (sung) *Benediction Postlude *please stand
Fanfare Alicia McMillan, organist
Richard Proulx
~~~ NEXT WEEK: The Story, Chapter 24 “No Ordinary Man” Part B
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. March 3 is Chapter 24B of The Story. Contact:
[email protected]. Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study—9:00 am, Parlor, led by Pastor Karla. Beginning March 3, we will study portions of the book of John. Contact: Clara Blenis at (619) 223-5950. No meeting March 10 or March 31. 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. March 4, we’ll be on chapter 24B 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. March meeting dates are the 11th and 25th. 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 3/5-Shamrock Pretzel Pops 3/12-St. Patrick’s Day Craft
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! 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.
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.
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, March 1, 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, March 2 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 9:15 am Young Moms Bible Study, Parlor 6:00 pm Cub Scouts, Family Life Center 6:00 pm Adult Discipleship Meeting, Library Tuesday, March 3 6:40 am Daybreak, Chapel 9:00 am Women’s Bible Study, Parlor 9:30 am MOPS, Library 10:00 am Red Brick Seniors, Family Life Center 1:30 pm Ministry Staff Meeting, Parlor 6:30 pm Cub Scout Pack 546, 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 March 4 8:30 am Men @ Work, Library 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 5:00 pm Men’s Bible Study, Parlor 7:00 pm Christian Med/Dent Assn., Family Life Center 7:30 pm Senior High Youth, Youth Center Thursday, March 5 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, March 6 9:00 am Ageless Fitness, Family Life Center 4:00 pm Robotics Meeting, Room 6 6:30 pm The Bridge, Parlor Saturday, March 7 9:00 am Prayer Quilt Ministry, Family Life Center
Red Brick All-Stars
Senior Adult Discipleship
Sunday, March 8, 12:30 pm at Dog Beach. Come join us after second service for a family friendly game of beach volleyball. Feel free to bring your lunch. This is an all-church event. Hope to see you there!
RSVP to Leslie Hanna for ALL activities: (619) 223-1633 x210
Deacons Lenten Food Drive The Deacons will be collecting food, checks and gift cards to benefit PUM, Loaves & Fishes and OB Community Dinners starting NOW through Sunday, March 29. There will be a table and grocery cart for drop off on the Plaza on Sundays, and collection boxes are located in the office, Family Life Center, and other areas around campus for cans of tuna, chicken, vegetables, fruit, soup, beans, peanut 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.
Reflective Art Experience During Holy Week, on Tuesday, March 31, from 10 am to 12:30 pm, join with others to reflect and discuss art on the Passion of the Christ at the San Diego Museum of Art. The experience will be led by Pastor Karla and Leslie Hanna. Cost is $5, plus lunch (eat there or bring your own). For more information or to sign up, please contact
[email protected], or Leslie at (619) 223-1633
Women Connecting Dinner Today on the Plaza we are signing up hostesses for the Women Connecting dinner on April 14. Cost is $25. There are eight guests at each table. Regular sign-ups begin March 8. For more information, contact Marty Smith at (619) 326-8894, or
[email protected].
Redbrick Senior Center—10 am to 1 pm Mar. 3 Adrienne Nims. Lunch: Carnitas, refried beans, rice, salad, and flan. Lunch & Learn: March 11—Healthy Aging 12 to 2 pm, Family Life Center Falls Assessment Lab—March 18
April 1
Movie Day: Unbroken
Ageless Fitness: M/W/F, 9-10 am, Family Life Center, $2/session. Contact: Fran Styles (619) 223-8204
Coming Events / Save the Dates Mar. 11 Reflective Art Experience Mar. 29 Palm Sunday & Easter Fest Mar. 30 Spring Break Begins Apr. 2 Maundy Thursday Apr. 2 Prayer Vigil, 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
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.
Pointing Ahead—March 1, 2015 Welcome to worship, friends. Pam and I have just spent a grand time with all of our grown children and 5 of our 7 grandchildren, so grateful for our Lord’s gracious gifts in precious family. Oh how our own personal faith has been key in raising our kids over the decades, keeping us keeping on, getting over the rough times, passing through deep waters, finding God’s grace to help in times of need, as Hebrews 4:14-16 describes: “Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we have not a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sinning. Let us then with confidence, draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” So in a few visits, I am about that new adventure of coming to know and love my youngest grandchild, Geneva Evangeline Powell McNutt, who was born the day after my birthday one year ago, February 10, 2014. Somehow, during this past weekend, she and I have connected in a way that absolutely delights me. She seems to gravitate to this old fellow and spoke this week out of a very sparse vocabulary, “Gmpah!” several times! Several!!! I’m dizzy with delight. And (as God is my witness) just as I was starting to write these words for you, I got a text, looked at my phone, and my daughter, Jennifer, who flew home to Chicago with the family this morning, wrote, “So as we were flying away, Geneva said, Bye, bye, Gmpah” in her cute way. It was amazing!” Somehow, I think the Lord has given me a little window on how He feels...when we reach out to him, trying in our stammering way to say, “Abba, Papa, Daddy, Father,” or “Our Father,” or “Oh God,” or “Lord, please,” or “Lord Jesus, help me,” or anything that we can manage to direct to Him. I think I can just touch on the deep communion of souls, as we gather at His Table...and He says, “Come, stay, let’s commune awhile,”...for He whispers how His heart swells with love for you...and you...and you over there...and ALL of you! Yours and His, Pastor John
