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R E F O R M AT I O N S U N DAY
October 31, 2021
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William Kethe
For Christ, for His kingdom, and for the common good. Since 1814.O C TO B E R 3 1 , 2 02 1 Reformation Sunday
WORDS OF PREPAR ATION
At last meditating day and night, by the mercy of God, I began to understand that the righteousness
of God is that through which the righteous live by a fit of God, namely by faith. Here I felt as if I
were entirely born again and had entered paradise itself through the gates that had been flung open.
—Martin Luther, 1483–1546
ORDER OF WORSHIP
†VOLUNTARY Concerto in D, RV 93
Antonio Vivaldi, arr. Carol McClure
WELCOME
+INTROIT Deep River
arr. John Rutter
Deep river, my home is over Jordan; deep river, Lord: I want to cross over into camp ground. Oh, don’t
you want to go to that Gospel feast, that promised land where all is peace. Deep river, my home is over
Jordan, oh, deep river, Lord: I want to cross over into camp ground.
*CALL TO WORSHIP | based on Heidelberg Catechism, Q. 1 Rev. Sarah Bird Kneff (8:30)
Rev. Adam DeVries (11:00)
Pastor: What is your only comfort, in life and in death?
All: That I belong—body and soul, in life and in death—not to myself but to my faithful
Savior, Jesus Christ, who at the cost of his own blood, has fully paid for all my sins
and has completely freed me from the dominion of the devil.
Pastor: Christ protects me so well that without the will of my Father in heaven not a hair can fall
from my head.
All: Indeed, everything must fit his purpose for my salvation.
Pastor: By his Holy Spirit, he also assures me of eternal life,
All: And makes me wholeheartedly willing and ready from now on to live for him.
Pastor: Therefore, let us lift our voices in praise!
All: And let us worship God!
*†OPENING HYMN 275 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
Ein’ Feste Burg
*PR AYER OF ADOR ATION Frank Bass (8:30)
Marbut Gaston (11:00)
FIRST LESSON | Romans 12:1–2
1 I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice,
holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be
transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is
good and acceptable and perfect.
Leader: The Word of the Lord.
All: Thanks be to God.CALL TO CONFESSION Rev. Joshua Rodriquez (8:30)
Dr. Stuart Gordon (11:00)
PR AYER OF CONFESSION | John Calvin
Lord God, eternal and almighty Father: We acknowledge before your holy majesty that we are poor
sinners, conceived and born in guilt and in corruption, prone to do evil, unable of our own power
to do good. Because of our sin, we endlessly violate your holy commandments. But, O Lord, with
heartfelt sorrow we repent and turn away from all our offenses. We condemn ourselves and our evil
ways, with true sorrow asking that your grace will relieve our distress. Have compassion on us, most
gracious God, Father of mercies, for the sake of your son Jesus Christ our Lord. And in removing
our guilt, also grant us daily increase of the grace of your Holy Spirit, and produce in us the fruits of
holiness and of righteousness pleasing in your sight. Through Jesus Christ our Lord we pray.
A moment for silent confession.
ASSUR ANCE OF PARDON
Pastor: The Lord Jesus, by his perfect obedience and sacrifice of himself, which he through the eternal
Spirit once offered up unto God, hath fully satisfied the justice of the Father; and purchased not
only reconciliation, but an everlasting inheritance in the kingdom of heaven, for all those whom
the Father hath given unto him. Friends, believe the good news of the Gospel, that in Christ Jesus
there is indeed forgiveness for everyone who calls upon his name.
All: Alleluia! Amen!
*RESPONSE OF GR ATITUDE 581 Glory Be to the Father
Gloria Patri
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH | 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.
Whether you are a longtime member or a guest, please mark your presence by
signing the friendship pad and greet those seated near you as you pass it along.
‡ BLESSING OF THE YOUNG DISCIPLES
Children who are age 4, 5, or 6 (not in 1st grade) are invited to join Young Children & Worship.
HYMN OF PREPAR ATION 385 All People That on Earth Do Dwell
Old Hundredth
PR AYER FOR ILLUMINATIONSCRIPTURE RE ADING | Psalm 100
1 Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth! 2 Serve the Lord with gladness! Come into his presence
with singing! 3 Know that the Lord, he is God! It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, and
the sheep of his pasture. 4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to
him; bless his name! 5 For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all
generations.
Pastor: The Word of the Lord.
All: Thanks be to God.
SERMON His Goodness Is Running after Me Dr. Ryan Moore
For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever. –Psalm 100:5
OFFERTORY Jesu, Lover of My Soul
Philip W.J. Stopford | Charles Wesley
Jesu, lover of my soul, let me to thy bosom fly, while the nearer waters roll, while the tempest still is high;
hide me, O my Saviour, hide, till the storm of life be past; safe into the haven guide, O receive my soul at
last! Other refuge have I none; hangs my helpless soul on thee; leave, ah! Leave me not alone, still support
and comfort me. All my trust on thee is stayed, all my help from thee I bring; cover my defenseless head
with the shadow of thy wing. Thou, O Christ, art all I want; more than all in thee I find. Raise the fallen,
cheer the faint, heal the sick, and lead the blind. Just and holy is thy name; I am all unrighteousness. False
and full of sin I am; thou art full of truth and grace. Plenteous grace on thee is found, grace to cover all
my sin. Let the healing streams abound; make and keep me pure within. Thou of life the fountain art;
freely let me take of thee. Spring thou up within my heart. Rise, to all eternity. Amen.
As you reflect on the Lord’s goodness, you can make an offering by dropping your gift
in the offering plate, texting “GIVE” to 707-475-3005, or donating online at fpcnashville.org.
REMEMBERING THE SAINTS Dr. Sandra Randleman
Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound
Amazing Grace
THE LORD’S PR AYER
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.
*HYMN 326 For All the Saints
Sine Nomine
*CHARGE AND BENEDICTION
CHOR AL RESPONSE Amen (from Geistliches Lied)
Johannes Brahms
*CLOSING VOLUNTARY Psalm 19
Benedetto Marcello
* Those who are able, please stand.
† Latecomers may be seated.PARTICIPANTS IN THE SERVICE
Ryan Moore, PhD – Pastor
Adam DeVries, MDiv – Associate Pastor for Youth and Their Families
Stuart Gordon, DMin – Executive Pastor
Sarah Bird Kneff, MDiv – Associate Pastor for Discipleship & Engagement
Sandra Randleman, DMin – Associate Pastor for Congregational Care & Missions
Joshua Rodriguez, MDiv – Associate Pastor for Young Adult Ministry
Raphael Bundage, DMA – Director of Music
Peter Rogahn, DMA – Organist and Assistant Director of Music
Rhonda Swanson, MM – Assistant Organist
Bennett Conyers, Kennedy Conyers, Attie Stanley, Lamar Stanley Jr. – Acolytes
Ryan Bede – Baritone
Annalise Brown, Shona Wood, and Carol McClure – Harpists
Alison Hoffman – Violinist
Sari Reist – Cellist
Jay Dawson – Bagpiper
SANCTUARY FLOWERS
Flowers in the chancel are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of William R. Golden by his
loving wife and sons.
MUSIC NOTES
Deep River from Feel the Spirit: A Cycle of Spirituals - John Rutter Words and Music - ©2001 Hinshaw Music, Inc. All rights reserved. OneLicense.net
License #A-714895.
Jesu, Lover of My Soul - Words and Music: Philip Stopford © 2015 Birnamwood Publications (ASCAP), a division of MorningStar Music Publishers, Inc., St.
Louis, MO All rights reserved. OneLicense.net License #A-714895.
COVER IMAGE
William Kethe, “All People That on Earth Do Dwell,” in Foure Score and Seuen Psalmes of David in Englishe Mitre (London: John Day, 1562).
INTERESTED IN GET TING MORE CONNECTED?
First Presbyterian Church extends a warm welcome in the name of Christ to all who worship with us today.
Since 1814 First Presbyterian has sought to be faithful in service to Jesus Christ and the common good. We
are rooted in the Reformed, orthodox, and evangelical traditions of the larger church. If you do not have a
church home, we would love to welcome you!
We are delighted you have chosen to join us in worship. Whether you are a guest or a longtime member,
fill out the Connect Card to get more involved, update your contact information, or sign up for church
communications. Drop your completed Connect Card in the offering plate. And please join us downstairs in
Courtenay Lounge between services for coffee, doughnuts, and fellowship.IN MEMORIAM
Dear Lord Jesus, we offer our gratitude for the dear ones listed below—deeply loved and much missed within
this congregation. According to your promises in baptism, they are lambs of your own flock, sheep of your
own fold, and sinners of your own redeeming. In hopeful confidence, we commend them to you until that
glorious day of resurrection life and hope that comes alone from you. For this we give you thanks and praise,
now and forevermore. Amen.
First Presbyterian Church Members Who Have Died Since March 2019
April 2019 January 2020 September 2020
18 – Jimmy Webb III 6 – Deloris Spencer 5 – Edie Bass
13 – Cecilia Baird
May 2019 20 – Claude Torrey October 2020
6 – Mary Elizabeth Brindley 25 – Mary Schnelle
12 – Martha Ann Caldwell February 2020 27 – Ruth Thomson
13 – Charlie Cardwell 7 – Leslie Cook 28 – Larry English
19 – Leonard Wood 8 – Alfred Farris III
22 – Jim Bass Sr. 12 – Bob Wilson November 2020
4 – Martha Thompson
June 2019 March 2020 16 – Bob Loflin Jr.
8 – Doug Phillips 1 – Margaret Wiley 22 – Carolyn Gustafson
9 – Nick Davies 15 – Mary Jarvis
18 – Robert Chilton December 2020
July 2019 24 – Libby Marley 12 – Steve Andrews Jr.
8 – Jack Oman
16 – Tricia Settle April 2020 January 2021
23 – Alice Hooker 2 – Wills Oglesby 10 – John Payne
14 – Libbye Smith 15 – John Witherspoon Jr.
August 2019 15 – Bruce Fitzpatrick 24 – Allaire Karzon
28 – George Ann Ahles 18 – Doris O’Neil February 2021
September 2019 21 – Jewell Eskew 1 – Kathleen ‘Sister’ Pugh
12 – Cessna Skaggs May 2020 4 – Michael Smith Sr.
14 – Phil Barksdale 11 – Judy Pulliam 5 – Margaret Davitt
26 – John Tipton 16 – Dick Morgan March 2021
October 2019 25 – Martha Peery 12 – Martha Bartles
23 – Bill Edwards June 2020 24 – Connie Bradley
November 2019 4 – Polly Keith June 2021
5 – Celeste Oxford 26 – Babs Walker 9 – Fletcher Lance Jr.
7 – Karl Schnelle Jr. July 2020
17 – Sears Harris Jr. July 2021
7 – Margaret Smith 13 – Jane Tacker
18 – Jane Yount 8 – Homer Gibbs Jr.
24 – Mark Schaap 21 – Paula Wilson
29 – Tish Bright 26 – Jean Barksdale
December 2019 31 – Carol Sue Hollins 26 – Liz Bass
9 – Ed McDaniel Jr. August 2020
10 – Sammie Fulton September 2021
15 – Berni Lemon 21 – Bruce Sullivan
14 – Deborah Frankovich 19 – Ashley Gardner
29 – Ed Graham Jr. 25 – Wayne Pelaez October 2021
29 – Charlie McKay III 8 – Linda Sauer
11 – Clifton Meador Sr.
14 – Mary Jane ‘M.J.’ OglesbyNEWS & EVENTS Today Is Reformation Sunday — It all started on All Saints’ Eve, 1517, when Martin Luther publicly objected to the way preacher Johann Tetzel was selling indulgences. These were documents prepared by the church and bought by individuals either for themselves or on behalf of others that would release them from punishment due to their sins. Martin Luther, in his reading of Paul’s letter to the Romans, came to recover the doctrine of justification—that it is by grace alone, through faith alone, that we are saved from our sins. Organ Recital | Today | 12:20 p.m. | Sanctuary — To commemorate Reformation Sunday today, Peter Rogahn will present a 30-minute organ recital following worship. The program includes works by Bach, Nashville native Craig Phillips, and Max Reger—a dramatic fantasy on the beloved Reformation hymn “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God.” All Saints Service and Lunch | November 1 | 12:00 p.m. | Sanctuary — Tomorrow at noon, the church will offer a worship service with a time to remember and give thanks for the lives and Christian faith of those we have lost in the past year and a half. All who wish to attend are encouraged to do so. A light lunch (donation- based) will follow in Courtenay Hall; if you plan to eat with us, please contact Sabrina Vlahos (svlahos@ fpcnashville.org or 615-298-9509). Youth Prayer Partner Breakfast | November 7 | 9:45 a.m. | Oak Hill School Gym — The annual Youth Prayer Partner Breakfast will take place in the Oak Hill School Gym on Sunday, November 7, during the education hour. Adult prayer partners, please check your email, reach out to your assigned youth, and invite them to the breakfast. Parents, please encourage your youth to respond to their prayer partner’s invitation. All youth are invited to attend, regardless of the availability of their prayer partner. Presentation by Haitian Pastor Leon Dorleans | November 7 | 9:45 a.m. | Session Room — On Sunday, November 7, Pastor Leon Dorleans will share compelling good news about how God is at work in Haiti—the poorest country in the western hemisphere—even in the midst of natural disasters, violence, and corruption. Pastor Leon is the founder of Haiti Outreach Ministries, a ministry partner of the Outreach Foundation, which FPC generously supports. He will give a presentation on his work during the Family Fellowship Class, which meets in the Session Room. All are welcome to attend. Presbyterian Women Fall Bible Study — Come be a part of the Presbyterian Women Fall Bible Study by registering for a circle. Women of all ages and stages are welcome. To register, go to fpcnashville.org/ congregation/presbyterian-women. You can also call the FPC hospitality desk for assistance in registering. Room in the Inn Returns in November — Every year from November through March, First Presbyterian Church houses homeless men through Room in the Inn. There are a number of volunteer opportunities available this year: overnight hosts, van drivers, breakfast donors, lunch donors, and laundry volunteers. All RITI guests have received their COVID vaccine. Sign up to volunteer at linktr.ee/fpcnashville or contact missions@fpcnashville.org. Red Cross Blood Drive | November 14 | 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | OHS Gym — The next Red Cross blood drive will be on Sunday, November 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Oak Hill School Gym. First Presbyterian Church is known to the Red Cross as a generous and reliable source of blood donations. With your support on November 14, we can continue to aid in their life-giving work, which is especially vital during the pandemic. To sign up, visit https://linktr.ee/fpcnashville. Search Underway for Children’s Ministry Director — The Children’s Ministry Director Search Committee (Hal Collier, chair) is now accepting applications for a dynamic, thoughtful, and visionary leader to serve as Director of Ministry with Children & Their Families when Deb O’Brien officially retires later this year. Join us in prayer for the candidate whom God is calling to build upon the current success of this vibrant and vital program within the life of the church. Please visit fpcnashville.org/work-us to learn more about the position and review the complete job description. Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest and current resume to HR@fpcnashville.org.
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