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Emmanuel Presbyterian Church
Bedford, Texas
Sunday May 30, 2021
10:00am
Mission Statement
Courageously proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, we:
● worship and glorify God,
● grow in faith as disciples,
● seek justice and mercy,
● and nurture those in need while embracing all humanity.
Welcome to this service of worship. The Emmanuel congregation invites all ages to
worship God together. Children’s bulletins and activity bags are available from the
ushers. A “Fidgety Friends” room is available upstairs behind the sanctuary if
children become restless and parents would like a comfortable place to continue to
participate in worship.Celebration of Worship
Trinity Sunday
10:00am May 30, 2021
[Currently from CDC: If you are fully vaccinated you do not need to wear a mask or practice
social distancing either inside or outside while on campus; those who are not fully vaccinated are
asked to wear a mask;
Your Covid Task Force believes group singing to be of little risk given local vaccination rates.]
We Gather in Worship
Prelude Oh, How He Loves You and Me arr. Mark Hayes
Greeting and Announcements Rev. Dr. Kyle Walker
[Remember to add your prayer requests for inclusion in the Prayers of the People at
https://forms.gle/SYTJ4pe93vk16CDx6 or on the paper forms in the friendship pads. Place the
paper forms in the offering plate.]
Centering Words
Come now into sacred space...to breathe in Love's breathing...to be fed Love's feast...to be
calmed and reassured in Love's peace...feel now warmth, the welcome of Love's arms...hear
now Love's whispering, settling your mind, tending your heart...see now Love's trustworthy
beacon lighting your path...be centered now in Love.
*Call to Worship
Blessed is every creature and creation - unique and particular.
Each, a testimony to God.
Through our diversity and differences, divinity is encountered.
The glory of God is revealed in our midst.
Extravagant and expansive is the image of God.
Holy is the collage of life.
*Hymn (GTG) No. 1 Holy, Holy, Holy NCAEA
(verses 1 and 4 only)
We Are Renewed in Grace
Remembering Baptism (Liturgist)
Prayer of Confession
Holy and triune God, You alone live in perfect relationship, one God in three
persons, mutual and loving, ever seeking reconciliation and unity. You havecalled us to live in your completion, yet we confess that our relationships are
imperfect and we are incomplete without you. We are selfish and greedy. We are
anxious and resenting. We feel the shame of our foolish behavior and
brokenness. We have allowed sin to drive us apart from one another and from
you. Forgive us and restore us, draw us close and bind us together in your mercy.
May we long for wholeness and peace, may we strive toward gratitude and grace
in the saving name of your son, Jesus Christ, by the working power of your Holy
Spirit. Amen.
(Worshippers are invited to offer silent prayers of confession)
Declaration of Forgiveness
How much does God love us?
Enough to send the divine heart, hope, and spirit to us,
not to condemn us, but to save us.
Not by our speaking or doing,
but by God's good and precious grace are we saved.
Thanks be to God! Amen.
*Sung Response (GTG) No. 595 Holy, Holy, Holy LIVING GOD
We Receive God’s Word
Children’s Gathering Jim and Laura Mahon
Epistle Reading Romans 8:12-17 (page 1030, red Bible)
Anthem Ancient Words Michael W. Smith
(Emmanuel Chancel Choir)
Hebrew Reading Isaiah 6:1-8 (page 1092, red Bible) Rev. Dr. Kyle Walker
Leader: The Word of God for the People of God. People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon “Come Join the Dance” Rev. Dr. Kyle Walker
We Experience God’s Grace
Litany to Begin the Transitional Journey
Leader: A church family is constantly changing. Individuals come and go in our church
life. It is important and right that we recognize these times of passage, of endings and
beginnings. Even though he has been with us already in the pandemic, today is our in-
person opportunity to welcome Pastor Kyle officially as our Transitional Pastor.
Leader: Pastor Kyle, in the presence of this congregation will you commit yourself to
this new trust and responsibility, and promise to discharge your duties in harmony
with the Constitution and by-laws of this church?Pastor: I will, and I ask God to help me. Leader: Will you love, serve and pray for these people of God, nourishing them with the Word and the sacraments and lead them forward during this important time of change? Pastor: I will, and I ask God to help me. Leader: Will you lead this people of God in giving faithful witness to the Word and making known the love of God through loving service both in the congregation and in this community? Pastor: I will, and I ask God to help me. Leader: May Almighty God, who has given you the will to do these things, give you the power of his Spirit so that you may perform them with strength and compassion. Congregation: AMEN. Leader: I ask all of you, now, people of Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, will you receive this messenger of Christ, Pastor Kyle, who continues the work of bringing the Gospel of hope and salvation? Will you regard him as a fellow servant of Christ and work with him in the ministry of this congregation? Congregation: WE WILL. Leader: Will you pray for him and honor him for his work’s sake and in all things strive to live together in the peace and unity of Christ? Congregation: WE WILL. Leader: By your statements of commitment and the affirmation of this congregation, we officially welcome you Pastor Kyle as Transitional Pastor of Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Congregation: AMEN. Prayers of the People Rev. Dr. Kyle Walker The Lord’s Prayer (with debts) Rev. Dr. Kyle Walker 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. Offering our Gifts to God [Note: A basket is available in the sanctuary for you to walk to and drop your offering and
prayers into. You may also contribute online at emmanuelpc.org]
Invitation to the Offering
Offertory Interlude Mark Hayes
Prayer of Dedication
Mysterious One, you are beyond control or consumption. Over and over, you
reveal yourself in new ways: Surprising us. Transforming us. Freeing us from
forces that limit our sense of what’s possible. We offer these gifts in thanks and
praise of the wonder of your love. Amen.
We Leave to Serve
*Hymn (GTG) No. 361 O Christ, the Great Foundation AURELIA
(verses 1, 2 and 4 only)
*Charge and Benediction Rev. Dr. Kyle Walker
[You are invited to sit and enjoy the postlude. Please respect distance and the masking
preferences of others as you depart.]
Postlude Toccata in F Dietrich Buxtehude
*Sharing Peace and Fellowship in the Parking Lot
*please stand, if able
(GTG) – Glory to God Hymnal
Words in bold print are said in unison by the congregation.
Sources for this service: Centering words by Rev. Ilene Dunn; Call to Worship and
Offering liturgy adapted from Enfleshed 2021; Confession by Katherine Lee Baker;
Words of Forgiveness by Thom Shuman; Affirmation of Faith from A Declaration of
Faith, PCUS.
Worship Leaders
Rev. Dr. Kyle Walker, Transitional Pastor
Susan LaPointe, Director of Music
Tak Yan Yeung, Accompanist
Liturgists:
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