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
Prelude “Largo” Samuel Wesley
*Responsive Call to Worship Psalm 116:1-2
One: I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy.
All: Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live.
One: The Lord is gracious and righteous; our God is full of compassion.
All: The Lord protects the unwary; when I was brought low, he saved me. Return to your rest, my soul, for the Lord has been good to you.
Opening Prayer
*Hymn 720 “Jesus Calls Us”
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading (In Unison) Matthew 9:35-38
Then Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and curing every disease and every sickness. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.”
One: The Word of the Lord All: Thanks be to God
Time with the Children
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
Merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed. We have not loved you with our whole heart and mind and strength; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. In your mercy, forgive what we have been, help us amend what we are, and direct what we shall be, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. 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 10:17-20
Sermon The Harvest is Plenty – The Workers are Few The Rev. Cindy Wilcox
Choral Anthem “The Old Hundredth Psalm Tune” R. Vaughn Williams
Richard Hagen, trumpet
*Affirmation of Faith (in unison) The 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.
Introduction to the Offering
Offertory
*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
Pastoral Prayers
Announcements
*Hymn 634 “To God Be the Glory”
*Benediction
(All are welcome to join us for coffee hour!)
The flowers in the chapel this morning are given by Norma Prescott in memory of her mother’s birthday.
Happening this Week:
Sunday, June 14,, 5:00-6:30 PM, Friends of Grace Community Dinner at St. John’s.
Tuesday, June 16, 8:00 AM, Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at St. John’s, 55 Montclair Avenue.
Tuesday, June 16, 7:00 PM, Big Picture Bible Study Combined Celebration Party at the Manse!.
Wednesday, June 17 , 7:30 PM, Session Meeting online.
Thursday, June 18,, 1:30 PM Sweet Hour of Prayer, at the Manse.
Thursday, June 18, 7:30 PM, Choir Rehearsal in the Chapel.
Friday, June 19, 6 PM, Potluck Dinner at the Manse for book discussion on Paul’s Denk’s book.
Daily Devotionals online Monday-Friday 9:00 AM. Check out www.gracemontclair.org for more information.
The next Friends of Grace Community Dinner is June 14, 5:00-6:30 PM at St. John’s, 55 Montclair Avenue.
Potluck dinner party June 19, at 6 PM at the Manse for those who have read Paul Denk’s book, Parallels. The overarching themes of his book will be discussed over dinner. Please email office@gracemontclair.org to RSVP.
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 hand deliver them to our beloved Pastor Emeritus.
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!
