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PEACHTREE ROAD
                UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

                       s e c o n d s u n d ay i n l e n t
               t h e t h i r t e e n t h d ay o f m a r c h , 2 0 2 2

e i g h t f o r t y - f i v e a n d e l e v e n f i f t e e n o ’c l o c k

3180 peachtree road, ne . atlanta , georgia 30305 . www.prumc.org
Morning Worship
                       March 13, 2022 . 8:45 am & 11:15 am

The Gathering

  carillon prelude                                                              Sally Westmoreland

  opening voluntary
     Aus tiefer Not schrei' ich zu dir, BWV 686                                             J.S. Bach
                                                                                       (1685-1750)

  the greeting
                            We welcome each of you to this service!
                 We pray that this time together will be a blessing in your life.

                            † At the sound of the bells, please prepare
                               your hearts and minds for worship.

  the call to worship
     Minister: Temptation is a universal threat to Christian commitment. Even Jesus was
		 tempted to compromise his faith.
      People: But Jesus was the Son of God with special powers to resist temptation.
     Minister: No more special than the power available to us. We have the same support
		 based on God’s Word that Jesus had when he was tempted.
      People: Here we seek help to put God’s Word in our hearts to strengthen us in times
		 of temptation.
Praise and Thanksgiving
 at the procession, *
    hymn 166
     All Praise to Thee, For Thou, O King Divine          Sine Nomine

                                                   F. Bland Tucker, 1938
pr ayer of confession *
              Minister: Let us confess our sins to God.
Minister and People: Most merciful God, whose Son Jesus Christ was tempted yet did
		 not sin, we confess that we have been tempted and we have sinned.
		 We have hungered after that which does not satisfy; we have
		 compromised with evil; and we have doubted your power to
		 protect us. Forgive our lack of faith. Have mercy on our weakness.
		 Restore in us such love and trust that we may walk in your ways
		 and delight in doing your will.
               Cantor: Let us pray to the Lord.
                Choir: Lord, have mercy.
 Minister: For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever
		 believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. In the name
		 of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven.
                People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. Glory to God. Amen.

  the response *
    hymn 482
         Lord, have mercy                                                                Kriewald Kyrie
        † Each section is first sung by the cantor, then repeated by the choir and congregation.

  **

  † The people are seated.

  ministry of music
       Benedictus                                                                         Brian Lewis
                                                                                             (b. 1970)
         Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
                                     Doxology Youth Chorale

  sacr ament of christian baptism
         Response: With God’s help we will so order our lives after the example of Christ,
         that this child (these children,), surrounded by steadfast love, may be established
         in the faith, and confirmed and strengthened in the way that leads to life eternal.
pr ayer of dedication
   hymn                                                                               Tune: Stuttgart
      Child of blessing, child of promise, baptized with the Spirit’s sign; with this
      water God has sealed you unto love and grace divine.

 children’s moments with the minister

 concerns and celebr ations of the congregation

 pastor al pr ayer

 the lord’s pr ayer

 chor al response

     † Each section is first sung by the cantor, then repeated by the choir and congregation.

Proclamation of The Word

 at the offertory,
                † An offering is collected to support the work of Peachtree Road
                 United Methodist Church sharing God’s love with the world.

 pr ayer
anthem
   I will lift mine eyes                                                        Jake Runestad
                                                                                     (b. 1986)
      I will lift mine eyes unto the hills; from whence comes my help? My help comes
      from the Lord; the maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot be
      moved. He who keeps you will not slumber nor sleep. The Lord is thy keeper.
      The Lord is thy shade upon thy right hand. The sun shall not harm you by day
      nor the moon by night. The Lord will keep you from all evil. He will keep your
      soul. The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this day forth
      forever more.
                                                                                    Psalm 121
                                      The Chancel Choir

 at the presentation *
    hymn 95                                                              Tune: Old Hundredth
      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. Amen.

 the gospel lesson *            Matthew 4:1-11
			                             † following the reading
                    Minister:   The Gospel of the Lord.
                     People:    Thanks be to God!

 sermon
   Following Jesus: Into the Wilderness of Temptation

Response to The Word
 affirmation of faith *                                                           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 Spirit, born of the Virgin
      Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day
      he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at 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 Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the
      forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
Sending Forth
 hymn 395 *
      Take Time to be Holy                                                    Holiness

                                                         William D. Longstaff, ca. 1882

 benediction *

 peace *
   Minister: The peace of the Lord be always with you.
    People: And also with you.
response *                                                                          Tune: Hamburg
           When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of Glory died, my richest
           gain I count but loss, and pour contempt on all my pride.
                                           Choir and Congregation

   closing voluntary
       Sortie                                                                        Noel Rawsthorne
                                                                                          (1929-2019)

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* Stand as you are able. ** Ushers will seat all those who are waiting.
Please turn off all mobile and electronic devices while in the Sanctuary.

Please Welcome to our Church Community These Children Being Baptized Today: Henry Thomas
McAfee, born March 5, 2021, son of Danielle and Scott McAfee; and Parker Olivia Lee, born June
7, 2021, daughter of Elizabeth and Josh Lee.

The Flowers on the Altar are Given to the Glory of God

In Loving Memory of: Ernest Paul Rogers, Jr., Michael Clayton Rogers and Maryann Rogers Ham-
maker by Mr. And Mrs. Ronald W. Rogers.

In Loving Memory of: Tom Timlin by Martha, Susan and Michael, Jill and Stephen, and John.
In Loving Memory of: Richard E. Conway in honor of his birthday by his wife, Barbara, and family.

Altar Flowers: If you would like to make a donation in honor or in memory of a loved one, please contact
Linda Schutte at 770.329.2075.

Preaching:          Rev. Josh Miles, Associate Minister
                    Matthew 4:1-11
Liturgists:         Rev. Elizabeth Byrd, Associate Minister
                    Rev. Leslie Lyons Watkins, Associate Minister
                    Rev. Julie Wright, Associate Minister
Music:              Scott Atchison, Director of Music and Organist
                    Dr. Oliver Brett, Associate Organist and Choirmaster
                    Kathy Fletcher, Director of Youth and Children’s Music
                    Robin Hensley, Music Associate
                    The Chancel Choir
                    Doxology Youth Chorale

                For information on upcoming worship services please visit www.prumc.org.
ANNOUNCEMENTS                        . MARCH 13, 2022
                         Learn more, opt-in to emails, register for events and give at www.prumc.org.

TODAY                                                                PRAYER
Ukraine Relief Fund                                                  Prayer Service for Ukraine
Through your giving, PRUMC is providing critical,                    Sunday, March 27, 5:00 pm, Moore Chapel
immediate, humanitarian aid to the Ukrainian                         Join us in significant prayer for the people of Ukraine and
people.   We have partnered with Mt. Pisgah                          the state of the world. Pray together for discernment,
UMC, who has close mission relationships in                          humanitarianism, reconciliation, hope, and peace. Pray
Ukraine. We are financially assisting a United Methodist             together that God protects the innocent victims of war
Church in Kyiv and one in Lviv as they provide food, shelter         and guides the world to the path of truth and love. All are
and transportation for refugees fleeing from the conflict.           welcome and encouraged to attend.
We are also connecting with a UMC pastor in Kharkiv, one
of the most devastated areas to date, to understand their
needs at this time. You may give to the “Disaster Relief/
Ukraine” fund at prumc.org/give, or send a check payable             MENTAL WELLNESS
to PRUMC with a notation for Ukraine Relief. (If mailing,
                                                                     Rev. Jamie Jenkins and Lena Jenkins
please send to the attention of Dawn Hawkins.) Please
                                                                     A Conversation About Depression
continue to pray for God’s protection for all of Ukraine.
                                                                     Sunday, March 27, 5:30 pm, Hospitality Suite
PRUMC will provide opportunities to join in prayer over the
                                                                     In this conversational series, Rev. Jamie Jenkins and
coming weeks including a prayer service on March 27.
                                                                     Lena Jenkins will discuss how to recognize anxiety and
                                                                     depression in ourselves and others, how to know when to
Young Professionals Class - New Study
                                                                     seek professional help, and how to take care of ourselves
Sundays, March 13 - May 1, 10:00 am, C210
                                                                     and support loved ones with anxiety or depression.
We will study Adam Hamilton’s Creed, What Christians Believe
and Why. Contact Leslie Watkins for more information at
lesliew@prumc.org.
                                                                     IF YOU ARE NEW
Season of Service / Family UMKF Project!
Today, March 13, 4:00 – 6:00 pm, Grace Hall                          New Member Information Session
For this special project, we are asking parents to serve             Sunday, March 27, 10:00 am, Hospitality Suite
with their third, fourth, or fifth graders, to create homeless       Church membership promises that Peachtree Road will
ministry bags, sack lunches, and hygiene kits. Stay for a            support your lifelong faith journey as a Christian and provide
complimentary dinner together after the project. Sign up at          a loving, nurturing community.       If you are considering
prumc.org/events and choose the UMKF registration.                   becoming a member of Peachtree Road, we will be happy
                                                                     to help you with membership, orientation and small group
Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem                                            opportunities. For questions or to RSVP, please contact Rev.
Today, March 13, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary                                  Elizabeth Byrd at elizabethb@prumc.org.
This performance marks two years since the start of the
Covid-19 pandemic and is offered in memory of all those              Invitation to Join Peachtree Road
who have died during that time. Come and remember your               Sunday, April 10, 8:45 or 11:15 am, Sanctuary
friends and loved ones who have been affected, and be                New members will be welcomed into the congregation
transported by this highly spiritual and beautiful setting of        during our Palm Sunday worship services. You may transfer
the Requiem text. Scott Atchison, conductor; Oliver Brett,           from another church or join for the first time on Profession
organ; PRUMC Chancel Choir; Emily Skilling, alto; Rainer             of Faith. For more information please contact Elizabeth
Eudeikis, cello. $15 suggested concert donation.                     Byrd at elizabethb@prumc.org.
CHILDREN & FAMILIES                                               ADULTS
Martha Christopher to Retire                                      Seasoned Saints Program with Matt Westmoreland
After 32 years of service to Peachtree Road, Martha               Wednesday, March 23, 1:00 pm, C104
Christopher, Director of Children’s Ministries, will retire       PRUMC’s own Matt Westmoreland and member of Atlanta’s
from her staff role on March 31, 2022. We are immensely           City Council will speak about what he sees for the future of
grateful for Martha’s loving dedication to generations of         our city. RSVP to Brittany Charron at brittanyc@prumc.org.
children at Peachtree Road.      Her kind, gentle spirit has
nurtured thousands in our community of faith and made a
lasting impact on our families. Jordan Black has accepted
the invitation to be our new Director of Children’s Ministries.   MEN
Her effervescence, enthusiasm, and experience makes her
a natural for this role and we are excited to see what her        Men’s Breakfast
talents will bring to this beloved ministry.                      Friday, April 1, 7:00 - 8:00 am, Heritage Hall
                                                                  This is a great time to network with the men of the church
Kid’s Worship                                                     and hear an inspiring message from our guest speaker, Scott
Sundays, 11:15 am, The Loft (3rd Floor Rollins Building)          Rigsby. Scott is a double-amputee who was the first to
3rd, 4th and 5th Graders - Get ready to worship God with          complete the world-famous Ironman Triathlon, and he uses
energy and excitement each week! We will lead our kids            his gifts to help inspire, educate, and enable others to face
in engaging music, a relevant message, and fellowship with        their hardships head-on. His foundation enables wounded,
friends. No registration required.                                ill, and injured veterans to rehabilitate. RSVP at prumc.org/
                                                                  events. For more information, contact Geoff Beakley at
                                                                  geoffb@prumc.org.
Save the Date for Summer Camp Fun!
Visit prumc.org/events for details and registration links.
Registration opens March 15.

  Mission Camp | June 6 - 8, 9:30 am - 1:00 pm                    YOUTH
  Children (completed K-5th) and their parents are blessed
                                                                  Youth Missions Team to Belize
  to serve others in the Atlanta community.
                                                                  50 PRUMC youth and leaders will help construct a church in
  Family VBS | June 20 - 22, 5:30 - 7:30 pm                       Belize as well as host VBS, community events, and provide
  We have exciting evenings planned for our families as we        useful resources. This mission is made possible by your
  gather for dinner, Bible story, music, and crafts.              generous donations. To make a gift to the Youth Missions
                                                                  Fund, please visit prumc.org/give.
Camp Drop-In - A New Theme Each Week!
Weekdays, June - August, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm                        Confirmation Sunday
Themed weeks keep the good times rolling all through the          Sunday, April 24, 10:00am, Sanctuary
summer months at our Drop-In childcare program for ages 4         Please join us in prayer for our young people making this
mos - 6 yrs. For more information email drop-in@prumc.org.        step of faith! They have learned about what it means to
                                                                  follow Jesus as a member of the United Methodist Church.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
Saturday, April 16, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Bob Hill’s Home
Join us for inflatable slides, train rides around the pond, and
                                                                  YOUNG ADULTS
a visit from the Easter bunny! Egg hunts begin at 10:30 am.
For information contact Jordan Black at jordanb@prumc.org.        Young Adult Series: “Single, Dating, Engaged, Married”
                                                                  Tuesdays, March 15-29, 6:30 pm, Hospitality Suite
Baby Day is Sunday, April 24                                      Come for casual dinner and fellowship followed by great
On this special day, all babies born to church members            insight on relationships at every stage.         Series led by
between 3/1/21 and 2/28/22 will be honored at the 11:15           Reverends Josh and Emily Miles. No homework, no charge
am worship service. More details coming soon.                     for dinner. RSVP at prumc.org/events.
WELCOME TO PEACHTREE ROAD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Thank you for worshiping with us today. We are grateful for your presence at Peachtree Road and we invite you to participate in our
worship, program and service life here. Our hope is to make a warm, caring community that you can call home. For more information
                                               on our ministries, please visit prumc.org.

SEASON OF SERVICE                                                          PASTORAL CARE
Spotlight on Season of Service - New Hope AME Church!                      Respite Care Volunteer Information Sessions
On Saturday, April 2, PRUMC will partner with the members                  Monday, March 14, 10:00 - 11:00 am
of New Hope AME and the Buckhead Heritage Society to                       Respite Care Atlanta needs volunteers for a few hours a
plant and work on the historic cemetery grounds. New                       week to greet, serve lunch, lead exercise or music, and walk
Hope AME Church located on Arden Road was formed in                        alongside members who have cognitive impairment. Please
1869 by former slaves, and we have proudly partnered with                  contact Jane Brann at jbrann@spdl.org.
this historic congregation for 25 years. Oakland Cemetery
experts will be on hand to demonstrate how to accurately                   Movers and Shakers Parkinson’s Support Group
clean the headstones! Register at prumc.org/events.                        Wednesday, March 16, 12:00 pm, B158
                                                                           If you or someone you love has Parkinson’s disease, we invite
Join an Incredible (and Fun) Habitat Build Team!                           you to participate in this PRUMC support group meeting. We
Saturdays, Now - April 30, 7:30 am - 3:30 pm                               meet each month for lunch and sharing. Contact Rosemary
We are so excited to do hands-on work building our 51st                    Josey at rosemary.josey@gmail.com.
Habitat for Humanity Home!       We have some awesome
Day Captains and Sunday School classes lined up including
Robert Nix, Cran Upshaw, Dan Rogers, Josh Miles, Elizabeth
Byrd, Great Expectations and New Beginnings! Join them
                                                                           CHILDREN & YOUTH MUSIC
for a great Saturday of doing good. Volunteers are needed                  The Children’s Musical is Back!
and fun is guaranteed. Volunteers must be at least 16 years                Saturday, April 23, 6:00 pm | Sunday, April 24, 10:15 am
old and provide proof of vaccination. Register at prumc.org/               Please join all of our children’s choirs for Called, a humorous
events.                                                                    story that empowers all of us to examine our gifts and live
                                                                           the lives that were meant for us. Entrance is free; donations
                                                                           will be given to Agape Children’s Ministry.

                                                                           MUSIC & ARTS
CHECK IN
                                                                           Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony
Worship Attendance                                                         Sunday, May 1, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary
Attendance Cards, pens, and collection baskets                             International concert organist David Briggs will play his own
are available just outside the sanctuary on side                           transcription on the organ and will be joined by PRUMC’s
tables, and at the Narthex information desk.                               Chancel Choir for the rousing choral finale. Scott Atchison,
You may also check in digitally by scanning this                           conductor; PRUMC Chancel Choir; Alejandra Sandoval,
QR code with your smart phone camera to complete our                       soprano; Emily Skilling, alto; William Green, tenor; John
online attendance form.                                                    Arnold, bass. $15 suggested concert donation.
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