First United Presbyterian Church

1st Sunday in Lent

March 13, 2011
Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors

(*Please stand in body or in spirit)

We Gather In God’s Name

PRELUDE Berceuse Benjamin Godard

Words of Welcome and Signing of Friendship Pads

Please add your name to the pad you will find at the end of each pew and pass it along your row so that we
can know each other by name.

*Call to Worship From Hebrews 4:14-16

Let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we have a great High Priest who has gone into the
very presence of God – Jesus, the Son of God.
Our High Priest is not one who cannot feel sympathy for our weaknesses. On the contrary,
we have a High Priest who was tempted in every way that we are, but did not sin.
Let us have confidence, then, and approach God’s throne, where there is grace.
There we will receive mercy and find grace to help us just when we need it.
Let us worship God!

*Hymn - #485 To God Be the Glory TO GOD BE THE GLORY

Call to Confession

Prayer of Confession

O God of mercy: you sent Jesus Christ to save lost people. Judge us with love, and lift the
burden of our sins. We confess that we are twisted by pride. We see ourselves pure when
we are stained, and great when we are small. We have failed in love, forgotten to be just, and
have turned away from your truth. Have mercy, O God, and forgive our sin, for the sake of
Jesus your Son, our Savior. Amen.

~ Silent prayers ~

The Gift of Forgiveness

Lord God, we thank you for mercy that reaches out, for patience that waits our returning, and for
your love that is ever ready to welcome and forgive sinners. We praise you that in Jesus Christ you
came to us with forgiveness, and that, by your Holy Spirit, you move us to repent and receive your
love. Though we are sinners, you are faithful and worthy of al praise. We praise you, great God, in
Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Thanks be to God! In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven!

*Peace
Since God has forgiven us in Jesus Christ, let us forgive one another.
The peace of Christ be with you all.
And also with you.
Worshippers are invited to greet one another with the words,
“The peace of Christ be with you.”

We Proclaim God’s Word

Time for Children – “Rule of Finger Prayer”

Children may pick up clipboards at the front of the sanctuary after the prayer and announcements. Please return
them to their boxes after worship.

Anthem Give Me Jesus African-American Spiritual

Corinne Curtis, Tenor Saxophone Arr. Mark Patterson

In the morning when I rise,

In the morning when I rise,
In the morning when I rise,
give me Jesus.

Give me Jesus! Give me Jesus!

You can have all this world, give me Jesus.

And when I feel afraid,

And when I feel afraid,
And when I feel afraid,
give me Jesus.

And when the trumpet sounds,

And when the trumpet sounds,
And when the trumpet sounds,
give me Jesus.

Mark Patterson, © 2009 Choristers Guild. All rights reserved. Reprinted under Onelicense.net # A-715745

Prayer of Illumination

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament Lesson Psalm 32:1-7 O.T. page 506

Epistle Lesson 1 Corinthians 10:12-13, 31-33 N.T. page 172
Gospel Lesson Matthew 4:1-11 N.T. page 3
Sermon “Ministering Angels”

*Hymn - #81 Lord, Who Throughout These Forty Days ST. FLAVIAN

Affirmation of Faith Nicene Creed Page 15

Ecumenical Version

We Respond to God’s Word

Sharing Joys and Concerns

Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer

Based on Matthew 26:39 by Edwin Roberts

Offering Our Gifts and Ourselves

Offertory By the Waters of Babylon Jewish Traditional

*Response – Sing the Faith #2195 In the Lord, I’ll Be Ever Thankful

*Prayer of Dedication

As the transfigured Christ revealed a life offered for the sake of us all, receive our offerings
for the sake of others. Transform, O God, money into the hope for justice, time into signs of
service, talents into acts of ministry, and ourselves into expressions of faithfulness. Amen.

*Hymn - #538 Lord, Dismiss Us with Thy Blessing SICILIAN MARINERS

We Go in God’s Name
*Charge and Blessing

All are invited to the Fellowship Hall for a time of fellowship and refreshment.

“The flowers this morning are in celebration of my mother-in-law, Margaret Jensen, who will be 93 this
year and who still regularly plays bridge and goes to line-dancing class!” - Lois Jensen

Today we are delighted to have Reverend Al Siegel, pastor of Oakwood Presbyterian Church.

Jackie is out of the office this week. She is teaching Interim Ministry Training at Austin Presbyterian
Theological Seminary this week. If there is a pastoral need during the time she is away, please contact
the office. Jackie will be back in worship next Sunday.

Today’s reader: Peggy Drew

Upcoming Readers:
Mar. 20 – Shirley Hinkamp Mar. 27 – Trudi Wybourn
April 3 – Aline Wilson

Next Week’s Sermon Topic:

March 20th – “Flesh or Spirit” Scriptures: Genesis 12:1-4a; Psalm 121; Romans 4:1-5, 13-17; John
3:1-17
Prayers of the People – March 6th, 2011
• Please pray for the family of Reverend David Blacksheer who died this past week.
• Prayers for the entire Gingeresky Family upon the sudden death of Greg who leaves behind a 3
yr. old son and a 6 yr. old daughter.
• From Bonnie McCaig: Prayers of healing and positive energy for my brother-in-law, Bob, who
has not been feeling well and will be undergoing testing this week.
• Keep Betsy Belle Eadie in your prayers – she is experiencing kidney problems.
• Prayers for the family of Reverend Myron Nichols who passed away on Sunday at St. Peter’s
Hospital after a bout with appendicitis.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Welcome To First United! It is a joy that you have chosen to enrich this worshipping community with
your presence this morning. We hope you find a spiritual home here, a place of love, support and
service. Following worship, you are cordially invited to gather with the community for a time of
refreshment and conversation in Fellowship Hall.
FUPC Remains a NUT FREE FACILITY: First United has been a Nut Free Building for quite some
time. It is especially important as a new child will be joining Unity Sunshine Pre-School that has an
AIRBORNE NUT ALLERGY TO ALL TYPES OF NUTS. Please continue to be mindful that the pre-
school uses our kitchen. Thank you for your support in keeping the building a safe environment for the
children who use our facility.
Special Thanks to our Coffee Hour Hosts for February and March!
Mar. 13 - Jane Husson Mar. 20 - MLMT
Mar. 27 - Dana Parker

Please sign up and share in creating our fellowship time. Questions? Call or write Betsy Belle Eadie –
283-1624 / BetsyEadie@aol.com

Troy Children’s Chorus Concert – The chorus will give a concert at the Troy Atrium (Fulton and 3rd)
for Troy (Kid’s) Night Out on Friday, March 25, at 6:00 pm. This concert is free and open to the public.
Come check out what the choristers have been learning! www.troychildrenschorus.org

"The Way of the Cross": An Exhibit by Patricia Trudeau

When: Monday, March 7, 2011 - Sat , April 30, 2011 (all day)
Where: Chapel + Cultural Center 2125 Burdett Avenue, Troy, NY
Cost: Free
See: www.chapelandculturalcenter.org
Description: The Chapel + Cultural Center at RPI is proud to announce that artist Patricia Trudeau will
be exhibiting her series of 15 oil paintings, “The Way of the Cross,” that dramtically depict the
conviction and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, culminating in His Resurrection.Come view these works and
be moved and inspired as you experience this journey of all journeys, step by arduous step,as you walk
the steepest path of all.An artist's opening reception will be held on Thurs,March 31,6-8PM.

Deacon’s Meeting – March 20th After Adult Education Class

Bible Study This Wednesday Night at 6:30 is cancelled. It will resume on March 23rd.
FUPC’s parking lot – if you visit the church during business hours, please do NOT park in the parking
lot!
Our parking spaces are reserved for the staff of FUPC and its tenants from 8:30 am until 5 pm Mon.
through Thurs.
4 spaces assigned to FUPC staff
3 spaces assigned to Presbytery staff
2 spaces assigned to Literacy Volunteers staff
2 spaces assigned to Unity Preschool staff
1 space handicapped
12 assigned spaces

FAITH EDUCATION NOTES

March Faith Ed
Children’s Sunday School is scheduled for March 6, 20, and 27. Children will remain in worship on
March 13.

ADULT EDUCATION

Adult Education Classes for March 13-27 will be sponsored by More Light Ministries Team

March 13 – “Anyone and Everyone” movie and discussion

Brief Synopsis: Connected by having a son or daughter who is gay, parents across the country discuss
their experiences in the documentary “Anyone and Everyone”. Parents from all walks of life share
intimate accounts of how their children revealed that they are homosexual and discuss their responses.
Parents also talk about struggling with the pain their sons and daughters have dealt with such as not
being accepted by relatives, friends, and religious communities.

March 20 – Shower of Stoles Project

March 27 – “Bullied” movie and discussion

Prayers of the People There is a prayer journal at the back of the sanctuary where you may record
prayer requests to be included during the prayers of the people.
Wear A Name Tag as a sign of warm welcome for newcomers. If you do not have one, or need a
replacement, please make a note on one of the bright orange flyers at the rear of the sanctuary.
The Deacons thank those who are contributing $1 each week to the work of the Deacons. It is greatly
appreciated as we work to help others. You can either use the gold & white envelope in the pew rack
or make a special designation in your pledge envelope for this important Deacons fund.
Deacons remind you of the Care Notes in the rack at the back of the Sanctuary. Care Notes are
pamphlets dealing with topics including grief, illness, anger management and concerns with teens and
children. We encourage you to use them for yourself, your family, friends, or other individuals who
might derive some benefit from them.
Parking for Worship is available in the large lot behind the Gurley Building at the corner of Sixth
Avenue and Fulton Street or in the small lot on the corner of Fifth Avenue and Fulton Street and also
along Fifth Avenue. Please note: The parking spaces in the alley on the Grand Street side of the
sanctuary are private parking spaces that belong to Franklin Plaza. Please do not park there.
For families with children: Childcare during worship for children through age 4 is available in the
nursery located between the sanctuary and the Fellowship Hall. Please pick your child up as you leave
the sanctuary for fellowship and refreshments. The Respite Room, at the rear of the sanctuary on the
south side, is available for parents or caregivers of infants who may need a brief time away of worship.

Food Donations for the Troy Larger Parish: There is always a basket for food donations for the Troy
Larger Parish Food Pantry on your way into church. And if you would rather, cash buys more food from
the Regional Food bank. Empty your change into the jars at either sanctuary door.

Bulletin Announcements: Reminder - All announcements for the bulletin should be submitted to the
church office by 9 AM Wednesday each week. Announcements will be highlighted by the reader in
worship, but there will not be time for individuals to make announcements during worship. If an
announcement does not make it into the bulletin, please speak to the reader before worship so that he
or she may include it in the oral announcements for that day.

Newsletter Announcements: The deadline for submission to the Vision Newsletter is the 17th of
every month.

Updating of information from Congregation: Due to information being returned to our offices or
information not received because email addresses have changed, we need to update our records.
Please submit your updated email address and physical address to info@unitedprestroy.org or by
calling (518) 272-2771.
WEEKLY CALENDAR

Sunday, March 13
9:00 AM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary
10:00 AM Worship Sanctuary
11:00 AM Refreshments Fellowship Hall
11:30 PM Adult Education Rose Room
7:30 PM NA Group Meeting Fellowship Hall

Tuesday, March 15
3:45 PM Troy Children’s Chorus Rose Room

Wednesday, March 16
NO BIBLE STUDY

Thursday, March 17
7:00 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Rose Room

Saturday, March 19
10:00 AM Labyrinth Rose Room
10:00 AM AA Meeting 2nd Floor

Sunday, March 20
9:00 AM Chancel Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary
10:00 AM Worship Sanctuary
11:00 AM Refreshments Fellowship Hall
11:30 AM Adult Education Rose Room
12:30 PM Deacon’s Meeting Rose Room
7:30 PM NA Group Meeting Fellowship Hall
 The First United Presbyterian Church of Troy
1915 Fifth Avenue, Troy, New York 12180
Phone: (518) 272-2771 / Fax: (518) 266-9483
E-mail: info@unitedprestroy.org / www.unitedprestroy.org
Office hours Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 2 PM

Where People with Differences Unite in Christ

Our Mission Statement
Together, we worship God through Christ and explore all dimensions of life in the Spirit;
To demonstrate God’s inclusive love, we seek to heal wounds and care for God’s creation;
To serve God in the world, we work for peace and justice.
Our Statement of Inclusive Ministry
We invite all people of every background, condition, and orientation
into the full fellowship, ministry and mission of God’s Good News in Jesus Christ.
All who join the church are extended the full privileges of membership,
are challenged to lead lives of Christian discipleship,
and are eligible to be considered for church office.
First United Presbyterian Church Officers for 2011, 2012 & 2013
The Session
Moderator - The Reverend Jacquelyn Pinkowski
Class of 2011: Debbie Brown, Sue Steele, Courtney Savaria, Karen Harpe
Class of 2012: John Buckley, Pat Carlson, Peg Drew, Chandlee Gill
Class of 2013: David Lanoue, Bonnie McCaig, Dan Rogers, Trudi Wybourn

The Board of Deacons

Class of 2011: Martha Juenger, Don Lutz,
Marsha Mintz-Botsford, Pat Rudebush
Class of 2012: Bob Harrington, Bonnie Kerr, Carol Harrington, Claudia Schwendeman
Class of 2013: Shirley Bowes, Steven Paul Bowes II, Dana Parker, Shirley Street
Pastor: Jacquelyn Pinkowski
Minister of Music: Maury A. Castro
Coordinator of Educational Ministries: Leslie M. Kelly
Financial Analyst: Carlie D’Annunzio
Administrative Assistant: Carla Fisk
Troy Children’s Chorus Accompanist Intern: Maria Elmer

For pastoral emergencies call (518) 279-7401 or (406)794-9360

or email Jackie@unitedprestroy.org