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PLEASANT RIDGE
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
5950 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati, OH 45213
Phone: 513-631-9707 • Fax: 513-631-8534
Emergency: 513-549-0595
www.prpc.org
OUR VISION
A joyful church, guided by God, loving its neighbors.
OUR MISSION
Inspire, equip and connect the church and the community in order to
serve Christ in our worship, witness, outreach and love.
SUN DAY , FEBRUARY 8, 2 01 5
5TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – LEC TIONARY YEAR B
*Those who are able, please stand
THE GA THERING AR OUND THE WORD
Everyone is asked to sign the Friendship Folder at the end of each pew.
Visitors: Please completely fill out your name, mailing address, and e-mail address
to enable us to extend our Christian hospitality. Please pass the folder toward the
center aisle, and then return it to the outside aisle with the cover open so that you
may learn the names of the other worshippers.
For hearing or sight impaired worshippers: Sound Enhancement Receivers and
Large Print Hymnals are available from the ushers. Unless otherwise announced,
please join us in the Kemper Room following worship for donuts and coffee.
WELCOME/ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRELUDE
Es ist das Heil uns kommen her, BWV 638
J.S. BACH
CALL TO WORSHIP
Psalm 147
One:
It is good to sing praises to our God. God is gracious and a song of praise is
fitting.
All:
Great is the Lord, and abundant in power, whose understanding is
beyond measure.
One:
Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; make melody to our God with the lyre.
All:
You take pleasure in those who fear you and hope in your steadfast love.
One:
Let us worship God!
OPENING PRAYER
Great God of the universe, you set the stars on course in the heavens; the earth
radiates your glory and honor; the rain never fails without your knowing it. The
fields produce their harvest according to your design. We admire the strength by
which you rule the nations. We bow down in adoration at how you care for your
children. We gather gladly to herald your encompassing acts of goodwill. Hear us
as we respond by giving you praise. Amen.
*HYMN #488
The God of Abraham Praise
L E ON I
CALL TO CONFESSION
If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not within us.
In confession we acknowledge our brokenness and our need for God who is faithful,
just, loving and forgiving. In humility and in faith let us confess our condition to God
by praying together...
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
O God, you heal the brokenhearted; save us from sin when we inflict pain on our
neighbors. We bear grudges against those who deceive us. We seek revenge on
those who hurt us. Some we judge inferior, since they don’t meet our standards.
Others we deem unworthy of our respect and support. Jesus had compassion
upon all who were afflicted. Forgive us, O God, when our hearts are hardened
against neighbors in need.
(Time of Silent Personal Confession)
THE KYRIE
Kyrie Eleison
Lord, have mercy upon us, Christ, have mercy upon us, Lord, have mercy upon us.
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
The assurance of our pardon in Christ, “who, though he was in the form of God …
emptied himself, taking the form of a slave.” Today, he intercedes on behalf of
human weakness before the great throne of God. Therefore, let every knee bow,
and let every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. Therein lies our assurance
that we are forgiven! Amen.
*GLORIA PATRI #579
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.
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & THE 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 sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into
temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power and the
glory forever. Amen.
THE G IF T OF T HE WORD
GATHERING SONG
Jesus Loves Me
(We invite children, parents and the young at heart to come forward and sit on the
steps of the chancel while the congregation is singing.)
WE CELEBRATE A TIME FOR FAMILIES
Tiffany Zents
NEW TESTAMENT LECTIONARY TEXT
1 Corinthians 9:16-23 (p.171)
Hear what the Spirit is saying to the church. Thanks be to God.
ANTHEM
SERMON
Pie Jesu – Requiem
ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER
Sydney Gabbard, soprano soloist
Merciful Jesus, merciful Jesus, merciful Jesus, merciful Jesus
Father, who takes away the sins of the world
Grant them rest, grant them rest
Merciful Jesus, merciful Jesus, merciful Jesus, merciful Jesus
Father, who takes away the sins of the world
Grant them rest, grant them rest
Lamb of God, Lamb of God, Lamb of God, Lamb of God
Father, who takes away the sins of the world
Grant them rest, grant them rest
everlasting … everlasting … Rest
“All Things to All People”
Dr. K. Nicholas Yoda
THE R ESPONSE TO T HE WORD
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
The Apostles’ Creed (Ecumenical)
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. I believe in
Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the power of the
Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified,
died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again;
he ascended into heaven, is seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come
again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic
church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the
body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
*HYMN #303
Jesus, Lover of My Soul
ABERYSTWYTH
PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS
In response to the love of God in Jesus Christ, let us return the offerings of our life
and the gifts of the earth. Give as you have made up your heart, mind, not
reluctantly or under compulsion, but to the glory of God.
Please put the completed friendship sheet in the offering plate
during the offering portion of the service.
OFFERTORY
Give Me Jesus
GIVE ME JESUS
*DOXOLOGY #592
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise him, all creatures here below; Praise
him above, ye heav’nly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*OFFERTORY PRAYER
You are worthy, O God, of more honor than mere humans can hope to bestow on
you. You are God of all creation, and the source of all goodness. We dare to approach
you with our gifts of thanksgiving. Receive them as symbols of our whole hearted
praise. Transform what we bring you to harmonize with your wishes, and convert all
our actions to accord with your will. Amen.
*HYMN #408
Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life
*BLESSING AND BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
Fugue in F major
WORSHIP LEADER
Richard Stirling
GREETERS
Don & Susan McLennan
GERMANY
PACHELBEL
AMBASSADOR
JoAnn Ruff
ANNOUNCEMENTS
IN THE C HURCH
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As you know, we will be celebrating our 225th Anniversary. We will be dedicating,
to the Glory of God, the Organ and Piano on Sun. Feb 22 at 2:00 p.m. in the
Sanctuary. Please come for hymns, psalms and spiritual songs.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING FEB 15: There will be no 8:30 service. Everyone can
attend the combined worship and congregational meeting.
SPIRE DEADLINE for the March/April edition is Sun. Feb 15.
THE SOUPERBOWL brought in $928! All proceeds are going to the Caring Place.
NOMINATING COMMITTEE REPORT: The Nominating Committee would like to put
the following names before the congregation for the offices of elder and deacon to
be voted on at the congregational meeting that will be held on Sun. Feb 15, 10:30.
FOR CLASS OF 2018:
Elder: Carol Burnett, Abbe Imm, Troy Manus, Richard Stirling
Deacon: Sue Imm, Scott Hatch, Leah Hoover
THE FLOWER GUILD has two dates open for church members to choose to honor a
family member or friend. The dates are: April 12 & 19, 2015. The cost for the
flowers is $40. Please call or see a member (Barb Stringer, Marge Hammelrath, Dee
Chavez or Joyce Horning) to reserve a date and learn more about the flowers.
PER CAPITA: We are continuing to ask for a voluntary contribution from members
to offset the denominational per capita assessment for each member of a church.
The total for 2014 is $30 per person. Simply make a check out to Pleasant Ridge
Presbyterian Church for the amount you are able to give and note “Per Capita” on
the memo line to differentiate the contribution from your regular pledge. We
thank you for your continued support for the Pleasant Ridge Presbyterian Church,
The Presbytery of Cincinnati, The Synod of the Covenant, and The General
Assembly of the PC (USA).
TEAMWorks kicked off at PRPC on Jan 7 with 28 students enrolled from Pleasant
Ridge Montessori in grades four through six. We are grateful to the terrific
volunteers who have participated! We still require additional volunteers to assist in
the helping the kids settle in and get snack from about 2:30-3 PM; we also need
additional peer and adult tutors from 3-4 PM; and youth and adult volunteers to
hang out with kids during and after dinner, help serve and clean up or do activities
from about 5:00-6:15 PM. Please consider participating in some capacity. If you
would like to contribute some time on Wednesdays on a rotation basis or more
frequently, please contact Tiffany Zents at [email protected] or 513-582-8275 to
do so. The program runs through the end of May from 3-6 on Wednesdays.
IN THE C OMMUNITY
THE CARING PLACE: We have some pasta but no spaghetti sauce. Please pick up a
can or jar and place it in the newly-decorated gym barrel by the back door. Thank
you for your continued support.
KENNEDY HEIGHTS COMMUNITY DINNER: You are invited to our community
dinner on Feb. 17 and every third Tuesday at 6:30 at Kennedy Heights Presbyterian
Church, 6312 Kennedy Ave. Enjoy a home cooked meal and meet neighbors!
INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY NETWORK OF GREATER CINCINNATI (IHNGC) has been
selected as MadTree Brewing Company's February Charity of the Month! 1) Stop in
at MadTree Brewing Co. (5164 Kennedy Ave., 45213) anytime during February and
throw a dollar (or two!) up into the fundraising grate. 2) Purchase a MadTree
headband in February. They cost $3, come in an assortment of colors, & 100% of
sales go to IHNGC. 3) Attend IHNGC's charity of the month Happy Hour on Feb. 26,
4-8 PM. Bring everyone you know for dollar-throwing competitions and general
fun. Thank you for your ongoing support and look forward to seeing you!
THIS WEE K AT PRPC
SUN. FEB 8
8:20 a.m. Child Care (Room 101)
8:30 a.m. Service w/ Communion (Chapel)
9:15 a.m. Faith Formation Ages 3 - Elem. (Room 200)
and 10:30 a.m. after Time With Families (201)
9:15 a.m. Adult Class, Kemper Bible Study (Kemper Room)
10 a.m.–1p.m. Pancake Breakfast (Heritage Hall)
10:30 a.m. Worship (Sanctuary)
MON. FEB 9
7 p.m. Personnel Committee
TUE. FEB 10
7 p.m. Building & Grounds Committee; Mission Committee (Library)
WED. FEB 11
2:30 p.m. TEAM Works! (Judd Hall, Heritage Hall, Rms 200 & 202)
THU. FEB 12
7:30 p.m. Choir (Choir Room)
FRI. FEB 13
10 a.m. Metallic Club
Continue to keep these people in your prayers this week:
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Marcie Crosby & family, on the passing of her sister
Orpha DeMaria, Health Concerns
Adell Elliott, on the passing of her husband Don
Marian Fenker, Health Concerns
Cynthia Fesmire, on the passing of her husband Len
Harry & Mary Groth, customers of Linda Baden
Diane & John Hargrave, parents of Wes Hargrave, recovering from surgery
Lodder Family, on the passing of Bob Lodder
Lovelace Family: Kramer & Taryn (daughter of Bruce & Bonnie Anderson) and
baby Calder Lincoln Lovelace, who is facing health concerns
Virginia Mittendorf & Don Rah, friends of Peggy McHugh
Val Mohr, Health Concerns
John Olszewiski, relative of Betty Zentmeyer
Bob Porter, Health Concerns
Jim Saffer, former member and friend of Tom Wise, recovering at home
West Family: Connie West in hospice
Serving in the Armed Forces:
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Sean and Andrew – Grandsons of Don & Adell Elliott
Zach Barnes – Son of Bob & Traci Barnes
Noah Imm – Grandson of Susan Imm, Nephew of Abbe & Barb Imm
James Ohlweiler – Member of congregation
Katie Rupp – Friend of the Imm Family
Evan Sofar – Friend of Myriam Engelken
Missionaries:
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McGill Family, serving in Malawi
Turk Family, serving in Madagascar
Please notify the church office of any prayer requests you may have
including those of you who have loved ones in the Armed Forces.
CHURCH STAFF
Traci Barnes, Business Administrator
Rick Endres, Communications Coordinator
Danielle Guilbault, Organist
Dr. Thomas G. Merrill, Director of Music
Stephanie Musgrove, Interim Director of the Preschool
Andrea Nolan, Child Care Supervisor
Rev. Amy Snow, Director of Congregational Care
Rev. Dr. K. Nicholas Yoda, Pastor & Head of Staff
Tiffany Zents, Director of Spiritual Formation