September 19, 2021

Pine Street Presbyterian Church in the City of Harrisburg

September 19, 2021

GATHERING

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost

IN THE

PRESENCE

OF THE

VOLUNTARY Meditation on Hyfrydol SALUTATION

RISEN CHRIST Paul Fey Robert Atnip

One: This is the day that the Lord has made.

Many: Let us rejoice and be glad in it!

CALL TO WORSHIP One: Many: One: Many: One: Many:

To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul.

Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths.

Lead me in your truth, and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation.

For you, I wait all the day long.

In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, Let us worship God.

† HYMN #263 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise

ST. DENIO

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

† PRAYER OF CONFESSION Merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed. When you have given us challenges to help us grow, we have shrunk from them, complaining that they are impossible. When you have led us to new and richer experiences, we have complained that they are impossible. When you have presented us with opportunities for spiritual growth, we have complained that we cannot possibly go where you lead us. Forgive us for trying to rely upon ourselves. Grant that we may embrace your leading, knowing that with you, all things are possible. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

† SILENCE FOR PERSONAL CONFESSION † KYRIE

† ASSURANCE OF PARDON † 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.

READING

AND

HEARING

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

THE

WORD Larry Pearce

FIRST LESSON Job 23:1-9, 16-17 One: The Word of the Lord.

Many: Thanks be to God.

† PSALM 22 Lord, Why Have You Forsaken Me

DISTRESS

LESSON FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

The Rev. Heather M. Sigler

SECOND LESSON Mark 10:17-31 SERMON

“Mission Impossible”

The Rev. Paul Burkhart The Rev. Burkhart

† AFFIRMATION OF FAITH

The 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.

PARISH LIFE (Please sign the Friendship Register) THE OFFERING OF TITHES AND GIFTS TO GOD (Text 267-367-4910 to give) ANTHEM: God of Grace and God of Glory

Michael D. Costello

God of grace and God of glory, on your people pour your power; crown your ancient church’s story; bring its bud to glorious flower. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage for the facing of this hour, for the facing of this hour. Lo! The hosts of evil round us scorn the Christ, assail his ways! From the fears that long have bound us free our hearts to faith and praise. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage for the living of these days, for the living of these days. Cure your children’s warring madness; bend our pride to your control; shame our wanton, selfish gladness, rich in things and poor in soul. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, lest we miss your kingdom’s goal, lest we miss your kingdom’s goal. Save us from weak resignation to the evils we deplore; let the gift of your salvation be our glory evermore. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, serving you whom we adore, serving you whom we adore.

† PRESENTATION OF THE GIFTS

† PRAYER OF DEDICATION SEALING

THE

WORD

SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER

One: Many: One: Many: One: Many:

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lift up your hearts.

We lift them to the Lord.

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God thanks and praise.

COMMUNION PRAYER …In unending hymns of praise:

The prayer continues.

… Great is the mystery of faith:

INTERCESSION, SUPPLICATION, AND CONSECRATION One: In your mercy, Many: Lord, hear our prayer.

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.

One: The gifts of God for the people of God. Many: Let us keep the feast.

DISTRIBUTION OF THE BREAD AND CUP

BEARING

AND

FOLLOWING THE WORD INTO THE WORLD

OF

† HYMN #426 Lord, Speak to Me, That I May Speak † BENEDICTION

GOD

CANONBURY

The Rev. Burkhart

† CHORAL BENEDICTION God, Be the Love to Search and Keep Me

R. B. Colligan

(Choir and Congregation)

VOLUNTARY Trumpet Voluntary

Paul Fey

LEADING

IN WORSHIP TODAY The Rev. Paul Burkhart The Rev. Heather M. Sigler, Parish Associate Joseph W. Garrison, Minister of Music and Worship Larry Pearce, Lector Robert Atnip, Worship Assistant The Chancel Choir “Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you for the glory of God!” (Romans 15:7)

Who is welcome at Pine Street Presbyterian Church?

You are!

THIS WEEK IN PRAYER David Freet, Chris Earhart, Michael Shoemaker, and the Interim Pastor Search Committee

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND NOTICES COVID-19 UPDATE In the past few weeks, Central Pennsylvania counties have reached a high positivity rate of COVID 19 transmission. Session recommends that all individuals, no matter their vaccination status, wear masks in public indoor settings where there is a substantial or high transmission rate. Session asks worshipers to comply with these guidelines in consideration of the well-being of children, the immunocompromised, and others who are not eligible to receive the vaccine.

FLOWER DEDICATION The flowers at the pulpit are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of The Reverend Dr. Richard E. Sigler by his wife, Heather Sigler.

SEPTEMBER DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR Wednesday, September 15 - 7:00 pm Adult Forum on Zoom - Dr. Lee Barrett Friday, September 17 - 3RD IN THE BURG - featuring the photography of Estelle Hartranft Sunday, September 19 - 8:45 am Church School Classes begin for children, youth, and adults - 10:00 am Worship, The Rev. Paul Burkhart, preaching - 7:00 pm Pine Street Book Club will meet at the home of Alicelyn Sleber, 1612 Whitley Drive, Harrisburg Wednesday, September 22 - 7:00 pm Adult Forum on Zoom - Dr. Lee Barrett Sunday, September 26 - 8:45 am Church School Classes - 10:00 am Worship, The Rev. Paul Burkhart, Preaching - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Woof-Stock, Riverfront Park, Blessing of the Animals Wednesday, September 29 - 7:00 pm Adult Forum on Zoom - Dr. Lee Barrett

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