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WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Knowing Christ…..Making Christ Known
YOUTH SUNDAY
May 23, 2021
9:00 A.M. Traditional
Live Stream Worship
GATHERING THOUGHT
Peter and Joh, it is Babel crashing about your ears.
The Spirit, impatient of gross and exquisite tongues, of known
and unknown gods, has riven the abominable tower
The undivided tongues
are abroad, are a wildfire.
You; never again constrained
by scarecrow gestures, by hem or haw. You; to see
agonized at the crowd's edge, the faces emptied of guile,
their human wisdom consumed in a stench of straw.
"The Big Wind" by Daniel BerriganORDER FOR THE WORSHIP OF GOD
May 16, 2021 9:00 A.M.
PRELUDE Blessed Assurance Traditional
Melanie Flynn and Ron Evans
WELCOME (Please fill out the guest book form online.)
CHORAL INTROIT I Will Joyful Sing McDonald
CALL TO WORSHIP Adam Trojanowski
Leader: God's Spirit moves throughout the earth
People: young and old alike.
Leader: We shall see visions and dream dreams
People: of God’s beloved community.
All: Let us worship in spirit and in truth.
HYMN Come, O Spirit, Dwell Among Us
Come, O Spirit, dwell among us; come with Pentecostal power;
Give the church a stronger vision; help us face each crucial hour.
Built upon a firm foundation, Jesus Christ, the Cornerstone,
Still the church is called to mission
That God’s love shall be made known.
We would raise our alleluias for the grace of yester-years;
For tomorrow’s unknown pathway,
Hear, O Lord, our humble prayers.
In the church’s pilgrim journey you have led us all the way;
Still in presence move before us, fire by night and cloud by day.
Come, O Spirit, dwell among us; give us words of fire and flame. Help our feeble lips to praise you,
glorify your holy name.
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, Three in One: what mystery!
We would sing our loud hosannas now and through eternity.
UNISON PRAYER OF CONFESSION Vivian Stilley
O God, we confess that we often fear what we do not know - within ourselves and others. We fear
the darkness of the unknown. We are afraid of what loving our neighbor may cost us. We are afraid
of what we might lose and we lose sight of what we might gain. God, forgive us for the ways in
which we intentionally and unintentionally have hurt our neighbors. Hear our silent prayers, which
we offer to you now. (time for silent prayers of confession.)ASSURANCE OF PARDON
Leader: Friends, the voice of Jesus calls to us reminding that we are loved. In Christ we find
ourselves among God’s family – welcomed and loved. This is the good news – in Jesus
Christ we are forgiven.
People: Thanks be to God!
RESPONSE #582 Glory to God Whose Goodness Shines on Me
APOSTLES’ CREED Megan Schulte
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.
MOMENT FOR CHILDREN AND PASSING THE PEACE
PASTORAL PRAYER AND THE LORD’S PRAYER Bella Brun and Sammie Brun
Holy Spirit, we circle the world with the flame of your love, and pray for peace and justice where
there is war and inequality; for dancing and joy in place of oppression and the daily grind of poverty
like people who do not have enough food to eat or a place to call home. May all enjoy the feast of
life.
Leader: Your will be done
People: On earth, as in heaven
Lady Wisdom, we circle this place with the flame of Your love – and thank You for friends and fun,
for gifts and talents. We pray for Your peace in our hearts as we journey along together, and for a
knowledge of Your gifts within us.
Leader: Your will be done
People: On earth, as in heaven
Healing Spirit, we circle with Your blessing all those who will be born today. Protect them and
cherish them, loving God...we circle with Your healing love all those who are enduring illness or
disease especially families who are dealing with coronavirus. Be with them in their suffering, O
God. And we circle with Your glorious light, all those who will die today. Take them into Your
arms and embrace them, O God...
Leader: Your will be done
People: On earth, as in heaven
Hear our prayers, and bless us living God. Hold the secret longings of our hearts in the mystery of
Your love, that the light of the Kingdom will continue to shine on the earth and help us live by the
words You taught us to pray….…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.
OFFERTORY A Joyful Song to the Lord Drennan
DOXOLOGY
Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures here below. Praise Him above
ye heavenly hosts. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.
UNISON PRAYER OF DEDICATION
Generous God, we give thanks for the many gifts we’ve received. Out of gratitude we offer what
we have back to the service of Your kingdom in our local community and abroad. In Your name
we pray, Amen.
SCRIPTURE LESSON Acts 2: 1-21 Kayla Walter
When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven
there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were
sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All
of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave
them ability.
Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven living in Jerusalem. And at this sound
the crowd gathered and was bewildered, because each one heard them speaking in the native
language of each. Amazed and astonished, they asked, “Are not all these who are speaking
Galileans? And how is it that we hear, each of us, in our own native language? Parthians, Medes,
Elamites, and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, Phrygia and
Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, both Jews and
proselytes, Cretans and Arabs—in our own languages we hear them speaking about God’s deeds of
power.” All were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, “What does this mean?” But others
sneered and said, “They are filled with new wine.”
But Peter, standing with the eleven, raised his voice and addressed them, “Men of Judea and all who
live in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen to what I say. Indeed, these are not drunk, as
you suppose, for it is only nine o’clock in the morning. No, this is what was spoken through the
prophet Joel: ‘In the last days it will be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh,
and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old
men shall dream dreams. Even upon my slaves, both men and women, in those days I will pour out
my Spirit; and they shall prophesy. And I will show portents in the heaven above and signs on the
earth below, blood, and fire, and smoky mist. The sun shall be turned to darkness and the moon to
blood, before the coming of the Lord’s great and glorious day. Then everyone who calls on the name
of the Lord shall be saved.’
Pastor: The Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.SERMON Pentecost in the Lives of Young People Sophia Murray, Courtney Perkins, Cacilia Rollet
HYMN #300 We Are One in the Spirit
BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE Toccata in Bb Minor
Cameron MarvelTask Force on Campus Use Update
We would appreciate knowing what percentage of the congregation has been vaccinated. If you are
willing to share your status, please call the church office at 610-399-3377, and they will be happy to
update your profile. Thank you.
We are making progress! We have increased worship capacity to 100 and anticipate increasing further
after May 31. Choir members are welcome to sit in the loft if they would like, which increases our
capacity. We will allow vaccinated soloists/band singers to unmask to sing if they are distanced from
the congregation. The Deacons are planning for a Strawberry Festival in late June, and the choir is
planning an outdoor rehearsal in June. Small groups are meeting. Slowly but surely we are regathering
in person!
Westminster Job Opening
Financial Administrator. Westminster is conducting a search for a Financial Administrator. Best
candidates for this full-time position would have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or closely related
field, and a minimum of 5 years’ work experience with a not-for-profit entity. Faith-based experience is
a plus. Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to Gerry McShane, Church
Administrator via email gmcshane@westminsterpc.org. To view the job description, type
https://bit.ly/3xnWPHs in your browser.
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday Morning Fellowship, May 25 at 10:00am via Zoom. This week’s speaker is Herb Brownett
presenting “D-Day: Storming Nazi Occupied Europe.” Type the following in your browser to join the
discussion: http://bit.ly/3r0e25x.
Mindy & Friends Concert, May 23 at 7:00pm, live stream only. Mindy Bowman is an accomplished
flutist and has played with the Delaware Symphony, Wilmington Community Orchestra, and is a favorite
here at WPC. This concert features music from the Baroque period to living composers. Selections include
classical music, favorite choir anthems, and some jazz. Glenn Kinckner will accompany Mindy on the piano
along with several surprise musicians!
Baptism Class, Sunday, May 30, at 10:00am via Zoom. Call the church office to register and receive the
Zoom link for the meeting.
A Few Notes
Journey Class - Sundays, April 18-June 13, 11:30am via Zoom. How to Fight Racism:
Courageous Christianity and the Journey toward Racial Justice. This week: “Relationships: How
to Build Diverse Communities/Commitment: How to Work for Racial Justice led by Don Lincoln.
Pentecost Offering: Beginning June 6, we will collect donations for the Pentecost Offering. A portion
of the money will stay with Westminster to support Covenant House Philadelphia, while the remainder
of funds will be sent to the PC(USA) to support programs related to children, youth, and young adults.
You will receive a letter in the mail at the beginning of June with further information as well as your
Pentecost Offering envelope.
Gleaning Garden Volunteers Needed! The Westminster Gleaning Garden needs volunteers to help
plant, weed and pick the harvest. Spinach in raised beds is almost ready for harvest. Produce goes right
from the garden to the West Chester Food Cupboard to be distributed. If you have an hour during the
week or weekends this is a fantastic way to get some fresh air and a little dirt under your fingernails. All
supplies are provided. For more information, contact Anita Gordon at anita4cfpa@gmail.com.Recycling: Help reduce landfill waste by bringing the following items to WPC for recycling: 1)
Alkaline Only Batteries (place tape over both ends and 2) K-pods. Leave them in the bins provided
under the front portico.
Endowment Grant Deadline is June 4! Looking for funds to help support a project or program?
Know a religious or charitable purpose that would advance Westminster's mission? Then apply for a
grant and Westminster Endowment can help! Next grant deadline is June 4. For help and support in
applying, contact Rich Birkenmaier at richbirk@mail.com.
Preschool Update: Westminster’s Preschool has openings in the 2-½ and Pre-K 4 classes for the
2021-2022 school year. Call 610-399-3910 or email at preschool@westminsterpc.org if you are
interested in enrolling your child. The preschool also has openings for part-time teachers and teacher
aides for the 2021-2022 school year. Call or email using the above information if you would like to
know more about the positions that are available.
Thrift Shop. The Westminster Thrift Shop will be CLOSED Thursday, May 27; Friday, May 28;
Saturday, May 29; and Monday, May 31, reopening on Tuesday, June 1 in observance of Memorial Day,
remembering and honoring the men and women who died in the service of our country. Enjoy the
Memorial Day holiday and stay safe.
Outreach Opportunities during May:
Diaper & Wipe Collection in May. 1 in 3 US moms suffer from diaper need. Without diapers, babies cannot
participate in early childhood education programs, and without childcare, parents cannot go to work. Help
these families by dropping off diapers in May under the portico. Questions? Contact Angela Emrich at
ang.emrich@gmail.com.
Safe Harbor Lunches and Dinner Volunteers Needed! We're looking for volunteers to help prepare
and deliver meals for Safe Harbor in 2021. To sign up for lunches type the following in your browser:
https://bit.ly/2Pwm7kX. To sign up for dinners: https://bit.ly/2P5hoad. Questions? Contact Angela
Emrich at ang.emrich@gmail.com.
FOOD FOR OUR NEIGHBORS
MAY – CANNED FRUIT
DROP OFF UNDER THE FRONT PORTICOFinancial Update
April 2021
General Fund – Missions and Church Operations
% vs.
Actual Budget Budget
YTD Tithes and
Offering $848,322 $796,333 7%
YTD Expenses $647,627 $752,505 -14%
We want to sincerely thank you for keeping your General Fund pledges up to date; as you can see, this
month tithes and offering is ahead of budget. We encourage you to keep up consistent giving, so that we
can achieve 100% of our pledged support. Please consider electronic giving. Setting up your giving is
simple through the “Donate” button on the “Give” page on the church website, or request an
authorization form by contacting the church office.
Thank you for your commitment to the mission and ministry of Westminster.
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Ministers of Jesus Christ All the Members of the Congregation
Pastors Jennie Clark, Jon Frost, Ann Hatfield, Don Lincoln
Pastor Emeritus Robert D. Young
Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries Chris Clark
Director of Music Bob Morris
Associate Director of Music/Organist Glenn KincknerYou can also read
