Child-led Worship! “Sow What?”

The Parable of the SowerApril 25, 2010

DEEPLY ROOTED IN FAITH(* for those able to stand)

PRELUDE OPENING RESPONSE AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Leader: Deeply rooted in faith, People: We choose to live in hope!

CHORAL INTROIT “I am a Promise” Gaither Cherub Choir

CALL TO WORSHIP Sadie Kossow

* PROCESSIONAL HYMN 473 “For the Beauty of the Earth” Dix * PRAYER OF CONFESSION (unison) Miles Denning

Merciful God, we confess that 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 our whole heart and mind and strength. We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. In your mercy, forgive what we have been and help us to improve what we are. Direct what we should be so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways to the glory of your holy name.

(silent prayers of confession)* ASSURANCE OF PARDON Evie Barth Leader: Friends, believe the good news of the gospel: People: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Thanks be to God.

* RESPONSE TO PARDON Hymn to Joy

Christ is risen! Shout Hosanna! Celebrate this day of days!Christ is risen! Hush in wonder: All creation is amazed.

April 25, 2010

First Presbyterian Church encourages people to live their lives faithfully, daily, where they are, and with what they have been entrusted, to the glory of God.

Our mission is to let our light shine and be beacons of hope, equipping people for life in the world.

PRAYER FOR THE DAY (unison) Melissa LidgettNew to us every morning is your love, O God, and all day long you are working for good in the world. Stir up in us the desire to serve you, the desire to live peacefully with our neighbors, and the desire to devote each day to your Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

TIME FOR MISSION Mid & Sr High Youth

OLD TESTAMENT LESSON Psalm 25:1-2,4-5 Leader: The Word of the Lord. (pg. 677, OT)

People: Thanks be to God. Annie Taggart

(Children in the balcony may now come down to be ready for Children’s Time.)

ANTHEM “I Lift Up My Soul” Thompson

Midweek/Fellowship Choir

CHILDREN’S TIME Galactic Blast VBS

(Following Children’s Time, children may sit with their parents or leave for the nursery. There is no Sunday Enrichment this morning.)

GOSPEL LESSON Mark 4:1-2a Leader: The Word of the Lord. (pg. 53, NT)

People: Thanks be to God. Madison Montre

MESSAGE “Sow What?” 4th/5th Fellowship

CHOOSING TO LIVE IN HOPE

HYMN 315 “Everytime I Feel the Spirit” African American Spiritual

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (unison) Apostles’ Creed Presbyterian Hymnal, pg 14, traditional

Annie Taggart

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER (debts/debtors) Molly Michaelis Congregational Response (sung)

In the Lord I’ll be forever thankful, in the Lord I will rejoice!Look to God, do not be afraid; lift up your voices, the Lord is near.

Lift up your voices, the Lord is near.

CALL TO OFFERING Chloe WhiteOFFERTORY “Grace Flows Down” Giglio, Bell &Padgett

Midweek/Fellowship and Chancel Choirs

(Please sign the Act of Friendship pad and pass it down the pew)

* DOXOLOGY (No. 592)* PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING (responsive) Cooper Taggart Leader: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Leader: Lift up your hearts. People: We lift them to the Lord. Leader: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give our thanks and praise.

* HYMN 386 “O for a World” Azmon CM

* CHARGE AND BENEDICTION Derek Berg & McCabe Green Congregational Response (unison) Gabriel

Brighten the corner, where you are; brighten the corner, where you are. Someone far from harbor you may guide across the bar; Brighten the corner, where you are!

(the Midweek/Fellowship Choir will sing one time through, then the congregation will join in singing it one time through.)

* POSTLUDE

Welcome! We are delighted for your presence in worship today. If you do not have a church home, we hope you will consider becoming a part of this church. Please come to the parlor for refreshments and fellowship following worship.

Pastor: Tom Reid Director of Congregational Care & Mission: Becky MaguffeeDirector of Music: Richard Koshgarian Organist: Angie KoshgarianDirector of Christian Education: Deb Shetlar Nursery Coordinator: Patty MansfieldVolunteer Coordinator: Mary Andersen Custodian: Ed Zoch

Sunday Staff:

First Presbyterian Church 308 S 8th St Salina, KS 67401 785-825-0226

Visit www.fpcsalina.org for recorded sermons, current events and more!

The flowers in the chancel are given by daughters, Janet Vanderbilt and Elaine Parrent in honor of Jean Gardner, 50 year member and in support of FPC.

The carnation in the chancel is in memory of Helen Knight who died April 22.

A big thank you to the Midweek Messengers, 4th & 5th Fellowship classes, Cherub Choir as well as their teachers and volunteers for their particpation in Child-led worship!

Calendar For The Week

Sunday, Apr 25 “Reel Faith”, D. Parlor - 9:00 am Faith Matters, Conf Rm - 9:00 am Worship, Sanctuary - 10:15 amMonday, Apr 26 Staff Mtg, Hope Ctr - 1:15 pm CAPS Parenting Class, Conf Rm - 6:00 pm Boy Scouts, Blair Hall - 6:30 pmTuesday, Apr 27 Cares & Concerns, Hope Center - 10:00 am APNC, Hope Ctr - 12:00 pm Singles Support Group, Hope Ctr - 7:00 pm Cub Scouts, Blair Hall - 7:00 pmWednesday, Apr 28 SCCA Board Mtg, Conf Rm - 12:00 pm Wednesday Programs, 3:30 pm Youth Grp, Courtyard - 5:30 pm WOW, Courtyard - 5:30 pm Pizza Party (see details in bulletin!) Choir Practice, Choir Rm - 7:00 pmThursday, Apr 29 ‘The News’ is mailed, Conf Rm - 10:30 am APNC, Hope Ctr - 12:00 pm Memorial Cmte, Conf Rm - 12:00 pmSunday, May 2 Senior recognition Multi-aged Church School, 3rd Flr - 9:00 am “Reel Faith”, D. Parlor - 9:00 am Faith Matters, Conf Rm - 9:00 am Worship, Sanctuary - 10:15 am Blood Pressure checks, Hope Ctr - 11:15 am

For Your Information: • Bibles and large print hymnals are avail-able in the back of the sanctuary

• Amplified hearing aid devices are avail-able from an usher

• Worship bags for younger children are available in the lobby - please place them in the designated container as you leave

S u n d a y V o l u n t e e r s:Coffee Hosts: Jim & Damien ParksManor Bus Driver: Bob Exline

Thank you to the Mid & Senior HighYouth who are serving as ushers and greeters today!

Deacon Care Ministry • Tan “Prayer Request” Cards are used for prayer requests. As requests are received, the Board of Deacons will offer prayers.

• Blue “We Care” Cards are for messages of care to persons of the congregation.

Cards are available in the pew racks. Please place the cards in the offering plate.

Nominating Committee Begins WorkThe 2010 Nominating Committee will begin work soon to select nominees for a Lead Pastor/Head of Staff Pastor Nominating Committee, as well as nominees for three year terms on the Session, Board of Deacons, Board of Trustees, and 2011 Nominating Committee. Members of the 2010 Nominating Committee are: Andy England, Chair; Leslie Bishop, Rob Exline, Heather Denning, Tom Gates, Marilyn Holgerson, Todd Michaelis, Jeremy Pierce, Dick Renfro, Deb Shet-lar, Julie Wood, and Tom Reid. If you would like to suggest someone to be considered asa nominee, please speak to a member of the committee.

Congratulate FPC Seniors next Sunday, May 2!

Board the starship Galactic Praise to see our awesome universe - and our awesome God - in a whole new way. The fun begins May 25th and ends May 28th, 9 am until Noon each day.

Each galactic mission includes a Bible story in the Good News Galaxy, along with science activities at the Orbital Observatory, music at Moon & Tunes, art projects at Cosmic Crafts, games at Rocket Rec and a snack at the Astro Bistro!

Pick up your registrationforms at the back of the sanctuary and return them by May 3!

2010 VBS& Mid High Retreat

May 25-299am to Noon

We invite all children to Galactic Blast:

A Cosmic Adventure Praising God!

FPC did it, thanks to YOU!First Presbyterian Church contributed $5,539.27 which surpassed the goal of $5,000 to One Great Hour of Sharing!

www.pcusa.org/oghs

OGHS: Shar ing resources , changing l ives .

Come to the Courtyard on Wednesday, April 28 for WOW, a pizza party and to dig up a time capsule!

Sunday, May 9, 2010Come to worship for an Ending Celebration of FPC’s 150th Year of Ministry and abirthday party in the courtyard!

GROW @ FPC:We believe we are called to be a church that is authentic and passionate about a life of faith - to be a church where every person takes his or her spiritual life seriously.

ADULT & HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL:Faith Matters Class, 9 am, Conference RoomThis class helps to remind us that faith does matter! It meets in the Conference Room at 9:00 am and explores a variety of subjects. The nursery is available. Supplemental infor-mation for each class can be found on the information table in the hallway, or on www.fpcsalina.org

APRIL 25 - “Spirituality 101” led by David Atherton and Boyd SmithPick up a magazine, enter a conversation with your neighbor, or check out the latest blog on the Internet. It’s clear: Spirituality is a word that gets bandied about—as much today in the secular sphere as in religious circles. But what is spirituality? And of what use is it to faithful, thoughtful Christians?

MAY 2 and 9 - “What Do Presbyterians Believe?” led by Frank NortonThe goal of this class is to familiarize yourself with Presbyterian beliefs on God, sin and the Bible.

CHILDREN & MID HIGH YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL:

Multi-age Church School (Kindergarten - 5th grade), 9:00 am, 3rd Flr Youth RmYou are invited to attend this music and game oriented church school class where learning the Bible and Bible trivia are the highlights.

“Reel” Faith (Youth grades 6-12), 9:00 am, Downstairs Parlor “Reel” Faith is a class where popular movie clips are shown to encourage conversation about faith and theology.

Sunday Enrichment (Kindergarten - 3rd grade), 3rd Floor ClassroomKids are welcome to join in Bible study and crafts immediately following Children’s Time during worship. Please see the calendar for select dates.

Volunteers help facilitate theses classes, if you are interested, contact Deb Shetlar! deb@fpcsalina.org or 825-0226