Grace Presbyterian Church
Meeting in the Chapel at Union Congregational, 76 Cooper Avenue, Upper Montclair.
Serving people, through Christ, to meet the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of the community and the world around us.
Welcome Yemi & Moraya Akiwowo
Prelude “Entering” Jan Garbarek
*Responsive Call to Worship Psalm 89: 1-2; 5-6; 8 Isa Bradley
One: I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations.
ALL: I will declare that your love stands firm forever, that you have established your faithfulness in heaven itself.
One: The heavens praise your wonders, Lord, your faithfulness too, in the assembly of the holy ones.
ALL: For who in the skies above can compare with the Lord? Who is like the Lord among the heavenly beings?
One: Who is like you, Lord God Almighty?
ALL: You, Lord, are mighty, and your faithfulness surrounds you.
Opening Prayer Ben Rutledge
*Hymn 19 “God of Great and God of Small”
Prayer for Illumination Owen Bradley
Scripture Reading (In Unison) Matthew 13:31-32 Sophia Rutledge
“The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his field. Though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and perch in its branches.”
One: The Word of the Lord All: Thanks be to God
Time with the Adults Declan Sharrock
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.
*Passing of the Peace (Please allow the children to exit before standing)
Call to Confession
Unison Prayer of Confession followed by time of Silent Confession
Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen. Silent Confession.
Assurance of Forgiveness
*Glory Be to God in Song 582 “Glory to God”
Glory to God, whose goodness shines on me,
and to the Son, whose grace has pardoned me,
and to the Spirit, whose love has set me free.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be. Amen.
World without end, without end. Amen. (sing 3 times)
Scripture Lesson Matthew 17:20 Joshua Rutledge
Sermon The Mustard Seed Symposium Confirmands (Ryan Berutti, Olivia Kirkland, Declan Sharrock, TJ & Teresa Simmons, Ben & James Trimble)
*Hymn 188 “Jesus Loves Me”
*Affirmation of Faith (in unison) The Apostles’ Creed Ben Trimble
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.
Introduction to the Offering Ben Trimble
Offertory “If I Can Help Somebody” Alma Bazel Androzzo
*Doxology Lasst Uns Erfreuen
Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise him, all creatures here below;
Alleluia, Alleluia.
Praise him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.
Prayer of Dedication James Trimble
Pastoral Prayers Ryan Berutti
Announcements Ben & James Trimble
*Hymn 540 “Farewell, Good Friends”
*Benediction
(All are welcome to coffee hour!)
Greeters and Ushers today are Jeremiah and Teresa Tobiere.
The flowers in the chapel this morning are given by the Kamihara’s.
Happening this Week:
Thursday, July 2,, 1:30 PM Sweet Hour of Prayer, at the Manse.
Friday, July 3, The Church Office will be closed for the July 4th holiday.
Daily Devotionals online Monday-Friday 9:00 AM. Check out www.gracemontclair.org for more information.
The next Friends of Grace Community Dinner is July 12, If you can help by providing an appetizer, salad, or entree to feed 30 guests, please let a Friends of Grace member know.
JOIN US: Fun, Faith, Family Fridays @ Brookdale Park, Montclair: July 10, 17 or 24 There will be something for everyone so bring friends, family, neighbors and stay for the 7:30 concert!
Confirmation Reunion July 16, 6:30 – 8 PM Ice Cream Social and Bad Goodminton at the Manse, 63 Tuxedo Rd. Bring a friend and come reunite with your Confirmation Class!
2nd Annual Summer Reading Challenge The Mission, if you dare, is to read through the Gospel of John over the summer. All participants are then invited to a Finale Celebration/Discussion, Monday August 31st, at 4 PM on the boardwalk in Spring Lake, followed by a BBQ at Pastor Cindy and Dennis’ home at the shore. Please RSVP so I know you’re participating and can encourage you!
Pastor Leggett is celebrating a big birthday on July 3! Help him celebrate by sending a card to the church at 63 Tuxedo Rd, Montclair, NJ 07042 so we can gather them all and mail them to Pastor Paul.
After thirteen years of dedicated and stellar service, Alison Hurlock, our church administrator, is leaving to be closer to her mother in South Carolina. Details of a farewell gathering will follow soon, but for now we are seeking someone to replace her (as if that’s possible!).
Administrative Office Manager Position Opening: Grace Presbyterian Church is seeking a part-time Administrative Office Manager (25–35 hours per week). To request a full job description or apply, please email: gracemontclairjobs@gmail.com Application Deadline: June 29, 2026
Favorite Hymn? If you have a favorite hymn that you would like to hear as part of the worship service, please let Pastor Cindy know.
The flowers on the chancel table will be distributed to congregants who can’t get to church. If you would like to donate flowers in celebration or in memory of anyone please contact Ruth Liang rrliang76@gmail.com. Also, if you have any spare vases you would like to donate, please bring them to church or drop them off at the Manse.
Food Pantry Supplies are desperately needed! We are in need of: Pasta, Rice, Cereal (hot or cold), Peanut butter, Tuna fish, Spam, Spaghettios (or similar canned pastas), Canned chili, Soup. Please bring items to church on Sunday or leave in the bin on the Manse driveway!
