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Pine Street Presbyterian Church

in the City of Harrisbur g

Pine Street is a Welcoming Church, Glorifying God through Worship, Fellowship and Service in the World.

May 26, 2024

Trinity Sunday

G ATHERING IN THE P RESENCE OF THE R ISEN C HRIST

PRAYER OF PREPARATION

O God, you are beyond our wildest imagining. When we try to speak of you there really are no words to describe your majesty and power. We know you best in the life of Jesus of Nazareth who shared your love with all he met. We want to be faithful as Christ was faithful. Bless our worship today that we may be a blessing to others. Amen.

VOLUNTARY Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee

SALUTATION

One: Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts. Many: The earth is full of the glory of God.

Michael D. Costello

Amy Chick

† Those able are invited to stand Bold text is read or sung by all

CALL TO WORSHIP

One: Ascribe to God glory and strength; Worship God in Holy Splendor.

Many: The splendor of our creator meets us here. We are filled with awe before our God.

One: The voice of the Lord is powerful; and full of majesty

Many: God’s voice thunders over waters; God’s strength empowers our response.

One: Holy, Holy. Holy is the God of hosts. The whole earth is full of God’s glory.

Many: The universe is God’s dwelling place. There is no place where God is absent. Let us worship God!

OF CONFESSION

God of grace, love and communion, we confess that we have failed to love you with all our heart, soul and mind; and to love our neighbor as ourselves. We ignore your commandments, stray from your way, and follow other Gods. Have mercy on us. Forgive our sin and raise us to new life that we may serve you faithfully and give honor to your holy name.

† HYMN 1 Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! NICAEA † PRAYER

† SILENCE FOR PERSONAL CONFESSION † KYRIE

† ASSURANCE OF PARDON

One: God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. In the name of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.

Many: Thanks be to God. Amen.

† GLORIA GLORIA PATRI

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen.

R EADING AND H EARING THE W ORD

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

Benjamin Coles

FIRST LESSON Isaiah 6:1-8 Old Testament Page 635

One: The Word of the Lord.

Many: Thanks be to God.

† HYMN 259 The God of Heaven (Psalm 29) GLORY

SECOND LESSON Romans 8:12-17 New Testament Page 158

THIRD LESSON John 3:1-17 New Testament Page 93

SERMON “The Big Picture” Rev. Sigler

† AFFIRMATION OF FAITH

reprinted with permission from The Iona Abbey Worship Book We believe in God around us, maker and sustainer of all life; of sun and moon, of water and earth, of all peoples. We believe in God beside us, Jesus Christ, the Word made flesh. Born of a woman, servant of the poor, tortured and executed, a man of sorrows, he died forsaken. He descended into the earth to the place of death. On the third day he was raised from the tomb. He ascended into heaven to be everywhere present and his kingdom will come on earth. We believe in God within us, the Holy Spirit of Pentecostal fire, life-giving breath of the church, Spirit of healing and forgiveness, source of resurrection and eternal life. Amen.

† THE PEACE

One: The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Many: And also with you.

WELCOME

(Please sign the Friendship Register. To sign online, scan the code on the back of the bulletin)

THE OFFERING OF TITHES AND GIFTS TO GOD

(Scan the code on the back of the bulletin to give online via PayPal)

ANTHEM

O God Beyond All Praising Gustav Holst, arr. by Rodney Abriol O God beyond all praising, we worship you today and sing the love amazing that songs cannot repay; for we can only wonder at every gift you send, at blessings without number and mercies without end; we lift our hearts before you and wait upon your Word, we honor and adore you, our great and might Lord. Then hear, O gracious Savior, accept the love we bring, that we who know your favor may serve you as our King; and whether our tomorrows be filled with good or ill, we'll triumph through our sorrows and rise to bless you still: to marvel at your beauty and glory in your ways, and make a joyful duty our sacrifice of praise. And whether our tomorrows be filled with good or ill, we'll triumph through our sorrows and rise to bless you still: to marvel at your beauty and glory in your ways and make a joyful duty our sacrifice of praise.

† PRESENTATION OF THE GIFTS

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

SEALING THE 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.

… with all creation, we sing your praise:

The prayer continues.

… Great is the mystery of Faith:

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

B EARING AND F OLLOWING THE W ORD OF G OD

INTO THE W ORLD

† HYMN 634 To God Be The Glory TO GOD BE THE GLORY

† BENEDICTION

† CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE 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 Postlude on “Holy, Holy, Holy”

Robert Hebble

L EADING IN W ORSHIP T ODAY

Rev. Heather Sigler, Guest Preacher

Joseph Garrison, Minister of Music and Worship

Amy Chick Liturgist

Benjamin Coles, Lector

Ellen Kamps, Acolyte

Chris Earhart, baritone

F LOWER D EDICATION

The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of William Neff by Barbara Neff.

The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in honor of Amy Chick’s birthday by Rebecca Chick.

On Memorial Day, it's essential to pause and reflect on the sacrifices made by those who served and continue to serve our nation. This day is not just about barbecues and sales but about honoring the brave men and women who have given their lives to protect the freedoms we hold dear.

To all the veterans, active-duty service members, and their families: thank you. Your dedication, courage, and selflessness do not go unnoticed. You have shown unwavering commitment to our country, and for that, we are eternally grateful. On this Memorial Day, let's take a moment to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Let's honor their memory by striving to uphold the values they fought to defend. Whether through a simple thank you, a moment of silence, or an act of service, let's show our appreciation for the heroes who have given everything for us.

May we never forget the debt we owe to those who have served, and may their legacy continue to inspire us to strive for a better, more just world.

PRESBYTERIAN BASEBALL PICNIC OUTING

Sunday, June 23, at FNB Field on City Island- The deadline to sign up is June 9.

For the second straight year, we will join our friends at Market Square for a Presbyterian Day at the Ballpark – a fun day of food and fellowship. What could be better than that?

There will be all-you-can-eat hamburgers, hot dogs, barbecue chicken, baked beans, pasta salad, chips, cookies, soda, and water. Veggie burgers are available for an additional $9.00/burger.

The game starts at 1 p.m., and the picnic is from noon to 2 p.m. That's plenty of time to leave your car parked on the street and stroll across the Walnut Street Bridge. Or you can drive to City Island to park for $5 cash per vehicle.

The cost for both the picnic and game: $30 for teens and adults, $20 for children aged 4 through 12. Kids under 4 are free. We must give the Senators a count by June 9, so reserve your tickets early.

The easiest way to sign up and pay is by credit card by logging onto the Market Square church website (marketsquarechurch.org) and clicking the “Online Giving” tab on the left-hand side and then click the yellow “Give Now” button. Then scroll down to the baseball picnic enter your quantity and scroll down to the bottom of the page and click continue.

For more information, contact Beth Alwine or Pine Street Church office at 717-238-9304 or office@pinestreet.org.

Please note that Krystle will be out of the office May 30 and 31. If you will need anything please make sure you contact Krystle to make arrangements. office- 717-238-9304 or office@pinestreet.org

Saturday, June 1

If you have not signed up yet for officer training, please let Krystle know as soon as possible. Office phone- 717-238-9304 or email kwhitley@pinestreet.org

Sunday, June 2

The pastoral candidate will deliver a candidacy sermon and participate in the worship service. Following the service, the candidate and the pastor’s terms of call will be presented to the congregation for a vote. Please plan to attend the service and meeting on June 2 as members must be present to have a vote. The service will not be live streamed that morning but will be recorded and available for viewing after the live service.