THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH AT CALDWELL
Our Purpose:
To help all people build life-transforming relationships with God and each other.
The members and friends of FPC welcome people from all backgrounds - - people of faith from throughout the world, people who profess no faith, Christians of all denominations and those who are searching for religious and spiritual meaning.
Welcome!
June 18, 2017
Ten o’clock
2nd Sunday after Pentecost
Father’s Day
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GATHERING
REFLECTION
Not all those who wander are lost.
— J.R.R. Tolkien
PRELUDE “Andaluza” No. 5 from Spanish Dances Enrique Granados (1867-1916) Katie Kreil, Piano
CALL TO WORSHIP
Blessed be God, the Source of all Being.
Blessed be God, the Breath of the Universe, the Wisdom behind Nature and the Scriptures.
Blessed be God, the Way of Reconciliation and Healing.
Welcome to the First Presbyterian
Church at Caldwell! Let us pray.
OPENING PRAYER
*HYMN NO. 172
“Blest Are They”
Blest Are They
Lighting the candles today is Acolyte Kaci Pace
CONFESSION
CORPORATE CONFESSION
Holy God, you sent your Son Jesus to be our peace, and yet we know so much strife and war, in the world, in our communities, in our churches, and within ourselves. Untie the knots of envy and disappointment that dwell in our hearts. Loosen our grasp on worldly things, that we might open our hands to holy things. Turn us around to you, and make us whole, we pray.
PERSONAL CONFESSION
In the name of Jesus Christ.
Amen.
ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS
...Friends, believe the good news.
In Jesus Christ we are forgiven.
*RESPONSE OF PRAISE NO. 626
“As the Deer”
As the Deer
PROCLAIMING AND RESPONDING
ANTHEM
“The Day Is Coming”
Mark A. Miller
Westminster Choir
Isabella Bellomo, Solo
SENIOR RECOGNITION
TIME WITH THE CHILDREN
Please note: Children through 7th grade may leave the sanctuary for Sunday School following the Time with the Children. Please exit through the doors on either side of the Choir loft.
PARISH LIFE
Members, friends and visitors, please sign the Friendship Pad in each pew and pass it to the person next to you. The last person will pass the pad back to the first person, who will then please place the sheet in the offering plate. Worshipers are invited to use the cards in the pew racks for prayer requests so we may share one another’s joys and concerns. The ushers will collect the cards during the hymn following the sermon and they will be offered during the Prayers of the People.
SCRIPTURE
Exodus 19:1-9a; 40:34-38 Page 63, OT
Acts 18:24-28 Page 130, NT
SERMON
“On the Way...Together”
Dr. Sommers
*HYMN NO. 81
“Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken”
Austrian Hymn
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
AND 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 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.
OFFERING
OFFERTORY
“Borning Cry”
John Yvlisaker, arr. Mark Kadidlo
Westminster Choir
Vee Popat, Soprano Saxophone
*RESPONSE OF THANKSGIVING “Give Thanks”
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
GOING FORTH
*HYMN NO. 292 “As the Wind Song” Wairua Tapu
*BENEDICTION
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE NO. 175
“Seek Ye First”
Lafferty
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*Please rise in body or in spirit
†If you are new to the church...Welcome! We’re glad to have you here. Please ask an usher to direct you to Visitor packets at the rear of the church. They can be found on the table near the usher’s closet under the balcony stairs. After the 10:00am service today, we hope you will join us for Coffee Hour in Room 120.
†The white rose on the communion table celebrates the life of First Presbyterian Church Member, Marion Pedersen, and remembers the promise of the resurrection in her death on June 11, 2017. Our sympathy is extended to Marion’s family and friends.
†The flowers this morning, are given to the glory of God…
...in memory of Eugene Straub by Mary Ann Straub and the Hauser Family
...in memory of Howard R. Baker, Jr. by Sharon Baker Witzel
†FLOWER DONORS for the sanctuary are needed for the following dates: July 30, August 20, September 3 and October 1 and 29. If you would like to donate flowers in memory or in honor of someone, please fill out a form and return to the office.
† Your prayers of intercession are requested for those members and friends known to be currently or recently hospitalized or who continue to need our prayers and support:
…Harry Coppens, Bill Hayden, Edith Jipp, Brian Johnson, Christopher Kerwin, Barbara Piggery, Louise Ritscher, Emil Schnell, Laura Winter and Helena Wispelwey. The church office will be happy to verify their home addresses for you should you wish to send them words of encouragement or get well wishes.
THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
AT CALDWELL
326 Bloomfield Avenue
Caldwell, New Jersey 07006
973-228-0310
www.firstprescaldwell.org
Congratulations High School Graduates!
Grace Barrett, daughter of Ed and Tara Barrett, is graduating from Mont St. Dominic Academy where she ran Cross Country and winter/spring Track, was involved in the Art Club, Dominican Preachers and the National Honor Society. At FPC she has been a member of the Westminster Choir and participated in the Pittsburgh Project Service Camps for the past three summers. In the fall she plans to attend the University of Vermont where she has received the Presiden-tial Scholarship.
Isabella Bellomo, daughter of John and Michelle Bellomo, is graduating from James Caldwell High School where she has been involved in Forensics, Track and Chorus. Isabella has been in FPC’s Westminster Choir for two years. She will be attending Seton Hall Univsersity in the Fall where she plans to major in English.
Emily Brown, daughter of Don Brown is graduating from South Plantation High School where she was involved in Marching Band and Concert Band as well as Culinary. She received cords for 250 hours of Community Service and Culinary. At FPC she has been involved in The Pittsburgh Project Service Camp Trips throughout high school as well as helping at Vacation Bible School and has been an active participant in our Youth Ministry Fellowship when she is in town. In the fall Emily plans to attend Chic Studios Makeup Artistry and Arrojo Cosmetology School in New York.
*Reilly Cirenza, daughter of Jim and Alison Cirenza, is graduating from Montclair Kimberly Academy where she was a varsity soccer player and swimmer for four years. In addition she held many leadership roles within her school. At FPC she was a Sunday School Helpers for four years. She will attend Miami University in the fall where she plans to major in Psychology.
Emma Davison, daughter of Bob and Barbara Davison, is graduating from Mount St. Dominic Academy where she has received the Mount St. Dominic Siena Scholar, the Kiwanis Scholarship, Siena Service Award, and acted as the New Jersey Girls State Delegate. At FPC Emma has been a member of the Westminster Choir for four years, participated in the Pittsburgh Project Service Camp Trips for 6 summers and is an active participant in our Youth Ministry Fellowship Programs. In the fall she plans to attend College of the Holy Cross to study Political Science and Arabic with a Peace and Conflict Studies Concentration.
Nicholas Donnelly, son of Paul Donnelly, is graduating from West Essex High School. He plans to attend the Coun-ty College of Morris in the fall.
Dana Elphick, daughter of Mark and Cindy Elphick, is graduating from James Caldwell High School. At FPC she has participated in the Pittsburgh Project trips for 4 summers. She will be attending The College of New Jersey in the fall.
*Brian Freda, son of Denise Freda , is graduating from Cedar Grove High School where he was co-captain of Cross Country this year, a member of All Student Council and in Pep Club. He was on the High Honor Roll for two years and received the Cedar Grove Historical Society Scholarship. Brian plans to attend Messiah College in the Fall to ma-jor in Sustainability.
*David Freda, son of Denise Freda , is graduating from Cedar Grove High School where he was co-captain of Cross Country this year, a member of All Student Council and in Pep Club. He was on the High Honor Roll for two years and received the Cedar Grove Historical Society Scholarship. Brian plans to attend Messiah College in the Fall to ma-jor in Psychology.
*Emily Fusaro, daughter of Darren and Anna Marie Fusaro, is graduating from James Caldwell High School where she has been a cheerleader for 7 seasons, is Co-Vice President of Band, a member of Chorus, The Co-Secretary of Na-tional Honor Society, Class Council Treasurer and a Peer Leader. At FPC she has been in choir for 12 years, a member of handbells for 8 years, has participated in the Pittsburgh Project Service Camps for 7 years and been involved in Youth Ministry fellowship. Emily is also a recipient of the 2017 Jack and Inge Stafford Memorial Scholarship. She plans to attend Virginia Tech to study Data Analytics in the fall.
*Daniel Joy, son of Brian Joy and Diane Johnson Joy, is graduating from James Caldwell High School where he in-volved in Wrestling, Football and a member of the Latin Club. At FPC he has attended the Pittsburgh Project Service Camps and been involved in our Youth Ministry Fellowship. In the Fall he plans to attend Ramapo College of New Jersey to major in Engineering Physics
Katie Kreil, daughter of Doug and Ellen Kreil is graduating from James Caldwell High School where she participated in Band, Chorus, Orchestra, Pit Orchestra for Theater Arts and Track and Volleyball for three years. At FPC Katie has been in Westminster Choir for four years, Bell Choir, a Cherub Choir helper, and participated in The Pittsburgh Project Service Camp for two summers. Katie plans to attend Montclair State University John Cali School of Music in the fall to study Music Education.
Dee Morrissey, daughter Tom and Sharon Morrissey is graduating from Mount St. Dominic Academy where she has been involved in Dominican Preachers, Cross Country and Track, the Spring Musicals and the Environmental Club. At FPC Dee has been involved with the Westminster Choir through High School, has attended the Pittsburgh Project Ser-vice Camp for five years, acts as a Sunday School Helper on a regular basis and attends our Youth Ministry Fellowship events and activities regularly. Next year Dee plans to attend the Catholic University of America to study Youth Minis-try.
Lydia Mullin, daughter of Rick and Maureen Mullin, is graduating from James Caldwell High School where she has received the James Caldwell High School Scholarship. She has also been a member of the National Honor Society and danced at All 4 Dance Performing Arts Studio. At FPC Lydia has been a member of Westminster Choir, participated in the Pittsburgh Project Service Camps and is an active member of our Youth Ministry Fellowship.
Patrick Nancoz, son of Barbara Romaine and Peter Nancoz, is graduating from James Caldwell High School where he has been in Band, a member of West Essex First Aid Squad, a Boys State Delegate, a member of Boy Scout Troop 9, Venture Crew and Captain of the Boys Varsity Track. This year he has received the New Jersey Boys State Delegates Award, an Academic Scholarship from the University of Screaton as well as Varsity Letters for track and cross country. In the fall he plans to attend the University of Scranton where he will major in Physical Therapy.
*Maisie Newman, daughter of Chuck and Laura Newman, is graduating from West Essex High School where she is involved in the Arts. Maisie completed her Senior Service with Jaime Staehle at FPC this spring. She plans to attend Montserrat College of Art in the Fall.
*Margaret Ribardo, daughter of John and Sandy Ribardo, is graduating from West Essex High School where she plays LaCrosse and Baseketball. She will attend Virginia Tech in the fall.
*Rose Schuchard, daughter of Joe and Diane Schuchard, is graduating from West Essex High School. At FPC she has been a Sunday School Volunteer for four years, participated in the Westminster Choir for four years, attended the Pittsburgh Project Service Camp for six years and is an active participant in our Youth Ministry Fellowship. In the fall Rose plans to attend Morris County College where she will study Communication.
*Richard Scott, son of Don and Sara Cooperson, is graduating from James Caldwell High School where he has been on the Tennis team, in the Key Club and National Honor Society. He has does Independent Research in Chemistry for the past two years. He has received the A.J. Drexel Scholarship. At FPC he has worked in the sound booth with Ray Liptak wince 9th grade and built a computer for the church. Next year he plans to attend Drexel University to major in Computer Engineering.
*Skylar Thiemann, daughter of Rob and Jeanne Thiemann, is graduating from James Caldwell High School where she is a member of the National Honor Society, Jr. Classical League, and the Latin Honor Society. She has played Varsity Volleyball for four years and JV Softball for two years and has been on Class Counctil for 4 years. Skylar also served on the Prom Committee and Key Club. At FPC she served as a Deacon, Sunday School Assistant and Nursery Volunteer. She also pariticpated in a Youth Group trip to the United Nations and attended Presbyterian Youth Triennium this past summer. Skylar plans to attend James Madison University in the fall where she will study Cellular Biology, with a con-centration in Genetics.
*Lydia Wielgus, daughter of Larry and Carol Wielgus, is graduating from James Caldwell High School where she was the Class President for the class of 2017, the Vice President of Student Council and Vice President of the National Honor Society. She began the Forensics Club and is currently the President of that Club. She was the Captain of the Volleyball team this year. At FPC Lydia has served as a regular usher, is the Class of 2017 representative for the Youth Committee and has participated in the Pittsburgh Project for the last 6 years. She is also a recipient of the 2017 Jack and Inge Stafford Memorial Scholarship. Lydia will be attending Quinnipiac University in the fall where she plans to major in Business.
Kelsey Witzel, daughter of Rick Witzel and Sharon Baker Witzel, is graduating from West Essex High School where she has been in marching band for four years. At FPC she has been in Westminster Choir, handbells and Chancel Choir. She has participated in the Pittsburgh Project Service Camps for 6 summers and is an active participant in our Youth Ministry Fellowship. Kelsey completed her Senior Service with Jaime Staehle at FPC this spring. She is also a recipient of the 2017 Jack and Inge Stafford Memorial Scholarship. She plans to attend Ithaca College 5 year Occupa-tional Therapy Program in the fall.
Schafer Witzel, son of Rick Witzel and Sharon Baker Witzel, is graduating from West Essex High School where he is involved in Stage Crew. At FPC he has been in Westminster Choir for four years, participated in the Pittsburgh Project Service Camp for 6 years, and has been an active member of our Youth Ministry Fellowship. In the fall he plans to attend Morris County College.
*Member of the First Presbyterian Church at Caldwell