FEBRUARY 13, 2022 9:00 AND 10:30 A.M. WORSHIP - INVITING ALL GENERATIONS INTO A GROWING LIFE WITH JESUS CHRIST - FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF WHEATON
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February 13, 2022
9:00 and 10:30 a.m. Worship
Inviting all generations into a growing life with Jesus Christ
The Gathering PRELUDE Jesu, Joy of All Desiring J. S. Bach Paul Burgess, piano GREETING & GOOD NEWS Pastor Ron Brushwyler CALL TO WORSHIP (1 John 4:7-10) Pastor: Dear friends, let’s love each other, because love is from God, and everyone who loves is born from God and knows God. People: The person who doesn’t love does not know God, because God is love. Pastor: This is how the love of God is revealed to us: God has sent his only Son into the world so that we can live through him. People: This is love: it is not that we loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son as the sacrifice that deals with our sins. Pastor: Let us worship God.
CONGREGATIONAL SONG The Lord is My Salvation
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2.I will not fear when dark - ness falls, His strength will help me scale these
3.My hope is hid - den in the Lord, He flow'rs each pro - mise of His
4.In times of wait - ing, times of need, When I know loss, when I am
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sea. And I am safe on this sol - id ground:
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word. When win - ter fades, I know spring will come: The Lord is my sal - va -
weak. I know his grace will re -new these days:
grave. But I will rise, Christ will call me home:
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ful in love. My debt is paid and the vic - t'ry won; The Lord is my sal- va tion.
“The Lord is My Salvation,” words and music by Keith and Kristyn Getty
© 2016 by Getty Music Publishing (BMI) and Sweeter Weather Music (ASCAP)
Used By Permission. CCLI License #1052874 Streaming License #20104657
The Confession
CALL TO CONFESSION Pastor Ron Brushwyler
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Eternal God, you make all things new, forgiving what we cannot forget. We have failed
to love you with heart, soul, mind, and strength; and we have failed to love our neighbors
as ourselves. Daily we have done wrong, and failed to do what is right. We confess these
sins and repent of our waywardness. Forgive the past, and deliver us from guilt and shame.
Lead us into the future, led by the Spirit, with hope and joy in serving Jesus our Lord.
Please continue in silent prayer for confession of personal matters.
DECLARATION OF GOD’S PARDON
Leader: Friends, believe the good news of the gospel.
People: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.
The Word
WORD IN SONG Set Me As a Seal René Clausen
Rebecca Fitzpatrick, soprano
Raphaella Zavaglia, alto
Michael Mendez, tenor
Matthew Pacheco, bass
(from Song of Solomon 8:6a, 7a)
Set me as a seal upon your heart, as a seal upon your arm,
For love is strong as death.
Many waters cannot quench love, neither can the floods drown it.
HYMN 29 O God, You Search Me
MESSAGE Pastor Steve Kellough
“The Hound of Heaven”
Psalm 139
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Pastor Ron Brushwyler
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
Thank you for giving by text, online, or mailing your gifts into the church office.
DOXOLOGY
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
The Sending HYMN 475 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing BLESSING Pastor Steve Kellough POSTLUDE Jesu, Joy of Our Desiring Ghanaian folk melody Paul Burgess, piano
Sermon Notes
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Missed a week? Watch past services at firstpreswheaton.org/livestream.
CHURCH LIFE
February 13, 2022
TODAY’S MESSAGE
“The Hound of Heaven”
9:00 and 10:30 a.m.
Pastor Steve Kellough will be with us this morning, and will deliver the sermon titled “The
Hound of Heaven,” from the poem by Francis Thompson. Pastor Steve’s message relates to
Psalm 139 and the theme of the Love of God, sharing that our pursuit of God turns out, by
grace, to be God’s pursuit of us.
firstpreswheaton.org/livestream
Seeking Elder Commissioners to Represent First Pres at Presbytery
We are seeking Elder Commissioners to represent our congregation at the Presbytery of Chicago
Assembly Meetings. These meetings are held six times a year and are attended by Teaching Elders
(pastors) and Ruling Elders (ordained elders) within the Presbytery of Chicago. The meetings consist
of worship, fellowship, and attending to the business of the Presbytery. Our Session is accountable for
appointing these commissioners each year as part of the greater, connected Chicagoland Presbyterian
community and the PC(USA).
To serve, you must have served as an ordained Elder and be currently an active, participating member
of our faith community. If you are interested in discussing the role or want to be considered by Session,
please contact the church office.
FEBRUARY ADULT EDUCATION
ADULT
Torah: The Heart of the Gospel EDUCATION
Led by Dr. Paul Bischoff
Sundays, February 6-27 at 10:30 a.m.
We welcome Dr. Paul Bischoff back to First
Pres to lead this class which invites the Torah:
twenty-first century church to learn from its The Heart of
the Gospel
Old Testament heritage and Hebrew roots.
First, viewing the Old Testament through the
lens of Hebraic thinking regarding language,
genre, and culture. Next, analyzing how
Plato’s Greek dualism distorted aspects of the church and its gospel.Third, distinguishing
between the ways Judaism and Christianity are discussed in terms of cultural judgment
and antisemitism. Finally, proposing a church that is based upon viewing the biblical
Torah as central to the heart of the gospel.
Interested in Membership or Learning More?
Men’s Winter Breakfast Connect Class for New Members
Thursday, February 24 Sunday, February 27
7:00-8:00 a.m. in Stewart Hall 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
(childcare provided, refreshments available)
All members and friends of First Pres are welcome
to join us for the Men’s Winter Breakfast. Make Are you ready to become a member of First Pres
plans to be a part of this morning of fellowship and or want to learn more? Whether you are new to our
hear a message planned especially for the men of church, have attended livestream worship, or are
our church and community. The breakfast is FREE, exploring faith, our Connect Class is an ideal place
but please RSVP by contacting the church office by to take your next step. We would love to share more
email or phone. about our church family with you. To register, contact
the church office.
Super Bowl Sunday February Women’s Ministry Event
Notecard and Bake Sale at Prairie Path Books
Between services TODAY Wednesday, February 23
Sunday, February 13 in Stewart Hall 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Please stop by on Super Bowl Sunday between Prairie Path Books, 255 Town Square, Wheaton
services to support the Women's Ministry's Come relax in the cozy shop of Prairie Path Books and
annual fundraiser by purchasing some beautiful enjoy owner Sandy Koropp sharing her latest musings
notecards or delicious treats for your Super on her favorite books. Then indulge in a browse for a
Bowl festivities! special treasure, for you or a friend. Hope to see you
there!
Honoring Black History Month Annual Giving Statements
Prayer Invitation
Annual Giving Statements were emailed on
For black leaders and advocates
January 6 to all those with an email address
working for racial justice for all
on file at church. For those who do not have
The Micah 6:8 Committee will meet on an email address on file, paper statements
Wednesday, February 16 at 7:00 p.m. in were mailed on January 25. If you did
the Living Room. All are welcome to become not receive a statement or have any
involved and attend this in-person meeting. questions, please contact Beth Spiegel at
bspiegel@firstpreswheaton.org.Sunday School
Sunday School for preschool through
5th grade is held during the 10:30 a.m. service.
Register at firstpreswheaton.org/SundaySchool.
Mark your calendar for our upcoming spring family events:
Movie/PJ night on March 18
Easter Egg Hunt on April 9
Midweek Kickoff Event on
Wednesday, February 23
Kindergarten through 8th graders are invited to join us for a
Winter Olympics Game Night and Ice Cream Sundae Bar.
Kids can be dropped off at the Rotunda at 5:00 p.m. Parents
are invited to join us at 6:00 p.m. for an ice cream social.
Register at Bring a friend and join us for fun, faith, and fellowship. No
firstpreswheaton.org/SHINEWinter registration needed.
2022 Confirmation Class Starts in March
Eighth grade students and their parents are invited to join us for
an informational meeting on Sunday, February 20 at 10:00 a.m.
If you have any questions, please contact Jordan Stevens at
jstevens@firstpreswheaton.org.
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Middle School Ministry High School Ministry
• The Winter Retreat is this weekend at Camp • Super Bowl Party tonight at 5:30 p.m. RSVP
Timber-lee. There will be no Genesis today. at firstpreswheaton.org/WFSuperBowl.
• Join us for our Midweek kick off event on • Sign up for the Winter Retreat, held from
Wednesday, February 23 from 5:00-6:30 February 25-27 at Camp Timber-lee.
p.m. for games and ice cream! Register at firstpreswheaton.org/WFWinter.Chancel The Chancel flowers are given by Bev Gleich in memory
Flowers of her husband, George Gleich – always her Valentine.
Open Position: Office Manager
First Pres is hiring a part-time Office Manager to lead
and oversee the administrative functions of the church.
Responsibilities include coordinating front desk volunteers
and assisting staff with various duties, managing the church
database, and scheduling facility usage. Successful candidates
will be familiar with the Presbyterian tradition, interact with
church members and friends in a caring, professional manner, and have strong organizational skills.
We welcome someone who can work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment,
as well as being proficient in computer technology and applications. To inquire or apply, call or email the
church office.
Welcome to this week’s opportunity to pray in community
Prayers for our Church Family
• Comfort for the family of Scotty Kenton who passed away, and grace for his wife Agnes as
she mourns his passing.
• Comfort for the family of Dick Major, who passed away and thanksgiving to God for his life.
• Comfort for the family of Jay Voss, Camilla Bowden’s son-in-law, who passed away.
• Comfort for the family of Tom Pariot, Gail DaVall’s brother, who passed away.
• Healing for Alan Konfirst who has been hospitalized.
• Recovery for Oommen Koshy following a recent illness.
• Recovery for John Herndon following back surgery.
Church Office Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The First Pres calendar of events is available online at: firstpreswheaton.org/calendar.
715 North Carlton Avenue, Wheaton, IL 60187
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Phone: 630-668-5147
of Wheaton Email: office@firstpreswheaton.org
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