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 “Meditation” Jacob Arcadelt
Responsive Call to Worship Psalm 121
One: I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.
All: He will not let your foot slip— he who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.
One: The Lord watches over you— the Lord is your shade at your right hand; the sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night.
All: The Lord will keep you from all harm— he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.
Opening Prayer
*Hymn 12 “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise”
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading (In Unison) Genesis 12:1-4a
The Lord had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.” So Abram went, as the Lord had told him; reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
One: The Word of the Lord All: Thanks be to God
Guest Speaker Joseph Johnston
Time With Children
*Waving of the Peace (Due to flu and other illnesses we are going to “wave” to each other vs. hugging and shaking hands.)
Call to Confession
Unison Prayer of Confession followed by time of Silent Confession
Dear Lord, 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 all our heart, soul, mind and strength. We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. 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 Romans 4:1-3
Sermon Believe The Rev. Cynthia Wilcox
*Hymn 51 “To Abraham and Sarah”
*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 “Lord, Keep us Steadfast inThy Word” Johann G. Walther
*Doxology Old 100th
Praise God from whom all blessings flow;
Praise him, all creatures here below;
Praise him above, ye heavenly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
Prayer of Dedication
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper/Pastoral Prayers
Please note that gluten-free bread is served and water can be substituted for grape juice.
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.
Announcements
*Hymn 829 “My Faith Looks Up to Thee”
*Benediction
(All are welcome to join us for coffee hour!)
The flowers in the sanctuary were donated by Kem Mackey in memory of his brother-in-law, JIm, and in prayer for Jim’s wife, Joyce.
Happening this Week:
March 1, 12 Noon-1:30 PM, MAKE UP Confirmation meeting at the Manse.
March 1, 3:00 – 4:30 PM, Ecumenical Youth Group serving at Toni’s Kitchen, 73 S. Fullerton Ave.
March 3, 8:00 AM, Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at St. John’s, 55 Montclair Avenue.
March 3, 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM Big Picture Bible Study at the Manse
March 4, 10:30 AM, Caregiver’s Group, in the Learning Center at Union Congregational.
March 5, 1:30 PM, Sweet Hour of Prayer at the Manse.
March 5, 7:30 PM, Choir Rehearsal, in the Chapel at Union Congregational.
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.
Anyone interested in attending a dinner party at the manse or hosting a dinner party at your own home? Please Contact Pastor Cindy pastorcindy@gracemontclair.org
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 always 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!
The Next Friends of Grace Community Dinner is March 15. If you can provide an appetizer, salad, or entree to feed 30 guests, please let a Friends of Grace member know.
Daily Devotionals online Monday-Friday 9:00 AM. Check out www.gracemontclair.org for more information.
