JANUARY 30, 2022 9:00 AND 10:30 A.M. WORSHIP - INVITING ALL GENERATIONS INTO A GROWING LIFE WITH JESUS CHRIST - FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF WHEATON
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January 30, 2022
9:00 and 10:30 a.m. Worship
Inviting all generations into a growing life with Jesus Christ
The Gathering PRELUDE How Firm a Foundation Arr. D. Sommerville Brass Quintet GREETING & GOOD NEWS Pastor Kellen Smith CALL TO WORSHIP (1 Corinthians 1:4-9) Pastor: I thank my God always for you, because of God’s grace that was given to you in Christ Jesus. People: That is, you were made rich through him in everything: in all your communication and every kind of knowledge, in the same way that the testimony about Christ was confirmed with you. Pastor: The result is that you aren’t missing any spiritual gift while you wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed. He will also confirm your testimony about Christ until the end so that you will be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. People: God is faithful, and you were called by him to partnership with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
HYMN The Old Hundredth Psalm Tune (All People That on Earth Do Dwell)
Arr. Vaughan Williams
All:
All people that on earth do dwell, Sing to the Lord with cheerful voice;
Him serve with fear, his praise forth tell, Come ye before him, and rejoice.
The Lord, ye know, is God indeed, Without our aid he did us make;
We are his folk, he doth us feed, And for his sheep he doth us take.
Choir:
O enter then his gates with praise, Approach with joy his courts unto;
Praise, laud, and bless his name always, For it is seemly so to do.
For why? The Lord our God is good; His mercy is forever sure;
His truth at all times firmly stood, And shall from age to age endure.
All:
To Father, Son and Holy Ghost, The God whom heaven and earth adore,
From men and from the angel host Be praise and glory evermore. Amen.
The Confession
CALL TO CONFESSION Pastor Greg Anderson
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Lord, we confess that we are quick to judge and slow to pray. We have been insensitive
to your invitation to meet and speak daily with you. As a people, we have not lived for
your best. Forgive us for not acting in unison with your kingdom purposes. By your grace,
set us toward your paths of hope and healing. Transform us by the power of your holy
word and your indwelling word, revealed to us as Christ, through whom we pray.
Please continue in silent prayer for confession of personal matters.
DECLARATION OF GOD’S PARDON
Leader: Friends, believe the good news of the gospel.
People: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.
The Word
ANTHEM Lauda Anima by Mark Andrews
Westminster Choir
Dan Sommerville, director
Praise, my soul, the King of heaven; To his feet thy tribute bring.
Ransomed, healed, restored, forgiven, Evermore his praises sing:
Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise the everlasting King!
Fatherlike he tends and spares us; Well our feeble frame he knows;
In his hands he gently bears us, Rescues us from all our foes.
Alleluia! Alleluia! Widely yet his mercy flows.
Angels in the height adore him! Ye behold him face to face;
Saints triumphant bow before him! Gathered in from every race.
Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise with us the God of grace. Amen.
HYMN 824 There is a Place of Quiet Rest
MESSAGE Pastor Kellen Smith
“A Big Change”
Galatians 1:11-17
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Pastor Greg Anderson
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.
OFFERING
Thank you for giving by text, online, or mailing your gifts into the church office.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION Pat Davidson 9:00
Laura Seymour 10:30
HYMN 463 How Firm a Foundation
BLESSING Pastor Kellen Smith
ANNUAL MEETING CLOSING HYMN 634 To God Be the Glory CLOSING PRAYER Pastor Kellen Smith POSTLUDE Jesu, My Joy by J. S. Bach Sydney Lawrence, guest organist
Sermon Notes
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Missed a week? Watch past services at firstpreswheaton.org/livestream.
CHURCH LIFE
January 30, 2022
PRACTICING SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES
TODAY’S MESSAGE
“Airplane Mode: Practicing Spiritual Disciplines”
9:00 and 10:30 a.m.
We live in a noisy world. The 24-hour news cycle is relentless. Even when alone, we’re bombarded
with texts, emails, and social media messages. The Lord’s invitation to seek solitude and silence
isn’t only about finding a quiet place, it’s also about discovering the gift of removing ourselves from
the cacophony of messages to find our rest in God. Drawing from the life of Jesus and the Apostle
Paul, this series extends that invitation at four critical life junctures: a big decision, a big loss, a big
job, and a big change. At each point, a time of silence, solitude, and prayer in God’s presence can
heal us of the past and prepare us for our futures.
Today: “A Big Change”
Galatians 1:11-17
The Apostle Paul, upon receiving his call to ministry, travels to Arabia to affirm his new identity in
Christ. We’ll consider how setting aside a time and place apart before embarking upon any life
change has the power to renew and prepare us for whatever God has in store.
firstpreswheaton.org/livestream
ADULT
EDUCATION
January Adult Education
“On Mission Together: An Education
Series on Serving Our Community”
Last class is today at 10:30 a.m.
You’re invited to learn about how our faith can be applied to helping
those in need around us by hearing directly from several First Pres
mission partners. One of the steps in our church’s discipleship path
is to “serve in a ministry or with a mission partner.” Discover how
serving others deepens your life with Christ and uplifts our community.
TODAY – Hester Bury, Director of Corporate and Foundation Giving, Northern Illinois Food Bank
February Adult Education We welcome Dr. Paul Bischoff back to First Pres
to lead this class which invites the twenty-first
“Torah: The Heart of the Gospel” century church to learn from its Old Testament
Led by Dr. Paul Bischoff heritage and Hebrew roots.
Sundays, February 6-27 at 10:30 a.m.
Annual Congregational Meeting
TODAY
In Person and Livestream
Following 10:30 worship
Each year in January, we gather for the Annual Meeting of the congregation. Plan to join your church family
virtually and in person as we reflect on what God has done through the ministries of First Pres in the past year.
An electronic version of the Business Packet is available at firstpreswheaton.org/BusinessPacket, and the
electronic 2021 Annual Report is available at firstpreswheaton.org/21AnnualReport. Printed copies will be
available today and subsequently in the church office.
HOW TO VOTE: Voting is open now and during the meeting using the ONLINE FORM at
firstpreswheaton.org/Vote22. You must be an active church member to vote and will need to include an
email address and your name in the online ballot. Paper ballots are available for those without online
access.
The meeting will be conducted immediately following 10:30 worship at firstpreswheaton.org/livestream.
NEXT SUNDAY!
Join us in celebrating our home Boy Scout
Troop 23 on Scout Sunday, February 6
The boys will be assisting with worship and of course serving donuts
from John's Donuts after both services. A drive up donut option will
be available outside the Rotunda from 11:30-12:00 for those watching
online. In support of Scouts annual food drive "Scouting for Food,"
Troop 23 will be collecting non-perishable food donations. It’s another
reminder to our local communities that Scouts are here, doing good
turns. A collection box will be in the Rotunda until February 14. Thank
you for your continued support of Troop 23!
Women’s Ministry
Super Bowl Sunday
Notecard and Bake Sale
Between services on
Sunday, February 13
The Westminster Choir in Stewart Hall
is back to lead and
minister in music today! Please stop by on Super Bowl Sunday
between services to support the
A brass quintet will enhance our Women's Ministry's annual fundraiser
worship today as well. by purchasing some beautiful notecards
or delicious treats for your Super Bowl
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festivities! Homemade baked goods
can be dropped off at the kitchen on
Saturday, February 12 before 1:00 p.m.
MUSIC NEXT WEEK:
On February 6, Paul Burgess, pianist, and
Doug Zimmer, organist, will play portions
of the magnificent Organ Symphony by
Camille Saint-Saens, as arranged for piano
and organ duet. The prelude will be from
the slow movement, and the postlude from
the triumphant concluding movement.Sunday School
Sunday School for preschool through
5th grade is held during the 10:30 a.m. service.
Register at firstpreswheaton.org/SundaySchool.
Valentine’s Day Tea and Party
Friday, February 11 from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Register at firstpreswheaton.org/TeaParty.
Join your church friends and make
new ones each week on Wednesday
afternoons. The start date for the
Winter/Spring session has been
delayed due to the surge in COVID.
Be ready to join us in February
for a welcome back night
with games and ice cream.
Bring a friend!
Register at
firstpreswheaton.org/SHINEWinter We can’t wait to start up again!
High School
Ministry
Genesis – Middle School Ministry WF – High School Ministry
• We meet on Sundays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. • WF meets on Sundays from 5:30-7:00 p.m.
in Stewart Hall 106. at the church.
• The Winter Retreat is from February 11-13 • Sign up for the Winter Retreat, held from
at Camp Timber-lee. Register at February 25-27 at Camp Timber-lee.
firstpreswheaton.org/GenWinter. Register at firstpreswheaton.org/WFWinter.Chancel The Chancel flowers are given in loving memory
of their parents, Raymond and Bernice Lambert and
Flowers Gene and Jackie Shaffer, by Dave and Dianne Lambert.
Open Position: Office Manager
First Pres is hiring a part-time Office Manager to lead
and oversee the administrative functions of the church.
Responsibilities include coordinating front desk volunteers
and assisting staff with various duties, managing the church
database, and scheduling facility usage. Successful candidates
will be familiar with the Presbyterian tradition, interact with
church members and friends in a caring, professional manner, and have strong organizational skills.
We welcome someone who can work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment,
as well as being proficient in computer technology and applications. To inquire or apply, call or email the
church office.
Welcome to this week’s opportunity to pray in community
Prayers for our Church Family
• Comfort for Dick Major as he receives hospice care.
• Grace for Beth Stremel’s mom Judy Kelly as she faces health concerns.
• Healing for Pastor Kellen’s aunt Mary Sue who is in the hospital.
• Healing for Janet Johnson who has been hospitalized.
• Recovery for Kathy and Brian Elliott’s grandson Chase Woodall following surgery.
• Impact for our mission partner, the Northern Illinois Food Bank, in their work to feed our
community.
Church Office Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The First Pres calendar of events is available online at: firstpreswheaton.org/calendar.
715 North Carlton Avenue, Wheaton, IL 60187
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Phone: 630-668-5147
of Wheaton Email: office@firstpreswheaton.org
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