Pine Street Presbyterian Church in the
City of Harrisburg
Pine Street is a Welcoming Church, Glorifying God through Worship, Fellowship and Service in the World.
January 22, 2023 Third Sunday after Epiphany
GATHERING IN THE PRESENCE OF THE RISEN CHRIST
VOLUNTARY Ode to Joy Michael Higgins
INTROIT Praise God for This Holy Ground
HEYMONYSTRAAT Congregation sings refrain as directed (music printed after the order of worship)
† SALUTATION
One: Grace and peace in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Many: Thanks be to God.
† HYMN Here in This Place
(All of today’s hymns are printed after the order of worship.)
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CALL TO WORSHIP
One: The Lord is my light and my salvation;
Many: Whom shall I fear?
One: The Lord is the stronghold of my life;
Many: Of whom shall I be afraid?
One: We gather in the presence of God.
Many: Let us open our hearts and minds in worship.
† PRAYER OF THE DAY
† Those able are invited to stand Bold text is read or sung by all
Elyse Rogers
GATHER US IN
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Rev. Matt DrumhellerAlmighty God, we confess that we have not been faithful to you in thought and deed. We have been selfish in our desires, and quarrelsome in our relationships. We have allowed fear to divide us from those who seem different. We let distrust separate us. Save us from our divisive ways and forgive us. Amen.
† SILENCE FOR PERSONAL CONFESSION
† KYRIE Richard Proulx†ASSURANCE OF PARDON
One: In the name of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven!
Many: Thanks be to God. Amen.
GLORIA John WeaverPRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION
FIRST LESSON Isaiah 9:1-4
One: The Word of the Lord. Many: Thanks be to God.
ANTHEM The Lord Is My Light
Ellen KampsOld Testament Page 638
Frances Allitsen
The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom, then, shall I fear? Whom, then, shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; the Lord is the strength of my life, of whom, then, shall I be afraid? Though an host of men were laid against me, yet shall not my heart be afraid; and though there rose up war against me, yet will I put my trust in Him. For, in the time of trouble, He shall hide me in His tabernacle, Yea, in the secret places of His dwelling shall He hide me, And set me up upon a rock of stone. The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom, then, shall I fear? Whom, then, shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life, the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom, then, shall I be afraid?
SECOND LESSON 1 Corinthians 1:10-18
THIRD LESSON Matthew 4:12-23
SERMON
† AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
A New Kingdom”
New Testament Page 166
New Testament Page 3
Rev. DrumhellerThe Apostles’ Creed
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.
THE PEACE
One: The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
Many: And also with you.
WELCOME
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THE OFFERING OF TITHES AND GIFTS TO GOD
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ANTHEM Here I Am, Lord Malcolm Archer I, the Lord of sea and sky, I have heard my people cry. All who dwell in dark and sin my hand will save. I, who made the stars of night, I will make their darkness bright. Who will bear my light to them? Whom shall I send? Here I am, Lord, is it I, Lord? I have heard You calling in the night. I will go, Lord, if You lead me. I will hold Your people in my heart. I, the Lord of snow and rain, I have borne my people’s pain. I have wept for love of them. They turn away. I will break their hearts of stone, Give them hearts from love alone. I will speak my word to them. Whom shall I send? Here I am, Lord, is it I, Lord? I have heard You calling in the night. I will go, Lord, if You lead me. I will hold Your people in my heart. I, the Lord of wind and flame, I will tend the poor and lame. I will set a feast for them. My hand will save. Finest bread I will provide till their hearts be satisfied. I will give my life to them. Whom shall I send? Here I am, Lord, is it I, Lord? I have heard You calling in the night. I will go, Lord, if You lead me. I will hold Your people in my heart.
† PRESENTATION OF THE GIFTS
OLD HUNDREDTH
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Christ, all people here below; Praise Holy Spirit evermore; praise Triune God, whom we adore. Amen.
† PRAYER OF DEDICATION
SEALINGTHE WORD
SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER
INVITATION TO THE TABLE
GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
One: The Lord be with you.
Many: And also with you.
One: Lift up your hearts.
Many: We lift them to the Lord.
One: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
Many: It is right to give God thanks and praise.
… Blessed are you for your Son Jesus, the Word made flesh.
The prayer continues.
… We look with hope for his coming.
INTERCESSION, SUPPLICATION, AND CONSECRATION
One: In your mercy, Many: Lord, hear our prayer.
… now and forever.
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.
DISTRIBUTION OF THE BREAD AND CUP
One: The gifts of God for the people of God. Many: Let us keep the feast.
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION
BEARING AND FOLLOWING THE WORD OF GOD INTO THE WORLD
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CHORAL BENEDICTION Lift High the Cross CRUCIFER
Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim till all the world adore his sacred name. Come, Christians, follow where our Savior trod, the Lamb victorious, Christ, the Son of God. Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim till all the world adore His sacred name. VOLUNTARY Praise, My Soul, The King of Heaven
Lani Smith
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING Please remain seated after the Voluntary if you intend to stay for the meeting.
L EADING IN W ORSHIP TODAY
Rev. Matt Drumheller, Interim Pastor Joseph Garrison, Minister of Music and Worship Elyse Rogers, Liturgist Ellen Kamps, Lector Ben Coles, Acolyte Chancel Choir Timothy Lupia, tenor Maddie Felix, piano
FLOWER D EDICATION
The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of our parents William and Gertrude Sharp and Russel and Vera Kurtz by David and Deane Sharp.
R EMEMBER IN PRAYER
Please remember Mike and Carol Putt in your prayers as Mike is hospitalized and undergoing testing.
DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR
Sunday, January 22 10:00 am Worship, Rev. Matt Drumheller Preaching congregational meeting after morning worship service | 11:30 am Adult Forum in the choir room Joseph Garrison moderating Sunday, January 29 Fourth Sunday after Epiphany 8:45 am Sunday School 9:00 am Café conversations and Adult Bible Study 10:00 am Worship, Rev. Matt Drumheller Preaching Initial Offering | 11:30 am Adult Forum in Fellowship Hall
Kevin Long moderating | 4:00 pm MAPS concert New York Polyphony
NOTE: Please plan to stay after worship this morning for a short congregational meeting to hear a stewardship update and go over the 2023 church budget.
INTROIT: Praise God for This Holy Ground HEYMONYSTRAAT Congregation sings refrain as directed.
Praise God for this holy ground, place and people, sight, and sound. (Refrain) Praise God in whose word we find food for body, soul, and mind. (Refrain)
Praise God who through Christ makes known all are loved and called God’s own. (Refrain)
Praise God’s Spirit who befriends, raises, humbles, breaks, and mends. (Refrain)
Though praise ends, praise is begun where God’s will is gladly done. (Refrain)
(Romans 15:7)
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COPYRIGHT NOTICE
Hymns in the bulletin are used with permission under OneLicense.net #A-71074. All rights reserved. Liturgy reprinted and adapted by permission of Westminster John Knox Press from Feasting on the Word® Worship Companion. Copyright 2013. Liturgy reprinted and adapted by permission from the Book of Common Worship,© 2018 Westminster John Knox Press. All rights reserved.
Sunday, January 29 | 4:00 p.m. —
New York Polyphony
Praised for a “rich, natural sound that’s larger and more complex than the sum of its parts” (NPR), New York Polyphony is one of the foremost vocal chamber ensembles active today. The four men, “singers of superb musicianship and vocal allure” (The New Yorker), give vibrant, modern voice to repertoire ranging from Gregorian chant to cutting-edge compositions. Their dedication to innovative programming and a focus on rare and rediscovered Renaissance and medieval works have earned New York Polyphony two GRAMMY nominations and wide acclaim and helped move early music into the classical mainstream. A gala reception follows the service.
