As you prepare for worship, consider these words from Aristotle.

“You will never do anything in this world without courage. It is the greatest quality

of the mind next to honor.”

And now reflect on these words from the Apostle Paul talking about a Christian,

“Welcome him in the Lord with great joy, and honor men like him, because

he almost died for the work of Christ, risking his life to make up for the help

you could not give me.”

Courage and honor. Christ and suffering.

Allow these thoughts to prepare you for worship.

PRELUDE

OPENING WORSHIP Hallelujah, You Love Is Amazing O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing

I Worship You Almighty God

CHILDREN’S MOMENT Tom Stephen

The children are dismissed for Sunday School and

the Middle School students are dismissed for the MSG after this time.

LIFE OF THE CHURCH Matt Elam

During this time, ushers will pass out the friendship pads. Please sign your names

and welcome those who are sitting next to you after the service.

PRESENTATION OF OUR FIRST FRUITS

Offertory: “I Dreamed a Dream/It’s Not in Vain”

DOXOLOGY AND PRAYER (please stand)

Ushers will bring the offering forward as we commit our gifts to be used

to further the Kingdom of God throughout our community and the world.

SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY Philippians 2:12-18 (Pew Bible page 831) Susan Schwaiger

SERMON “6th Site: Hall of Faithful” Tom Stephen Philippians 2:19-30

PRAYERS OF GRATITUDE AND COMMITMENT

CLOSING WORSHIP Here I Am Lord

BLESSING AND BENEDICTION

Join us on the patio for coffee and refreshments.

10:00 Service

Celebration of Worship

Sunday, July 15, 2012

Sunday School and Youth Groups

• Preschool-5th Grade meet in the CE Building and Youth Bldg. Rm 3.

• Jr. High (grades 6-8) meet in the Youth Building Rm 4 for The MSG.

Both groups dismissed after the Children’s Moment.

Jr. High/Pipeline meets Wednesdays 6:00-7:45 pm

Sr. High/Riptide meets Thursdays 7:00-8:30 pm

Next Week

What’s ironic about the PCH highways is that those who

walk the path discover that the attributes of religious life that

seem so important to please God become like trash com-

pared to knowing Christ. This journey of faith is more about

knowing Christ than about letting others see just how reli-

gious we are. If you’ve never been to a trash heap, you’ll

not want to miss this visit. You’ll discover the power of

losing everything for the sake of gaining the most important

thing in this life and eternity. Yeah, it’s that important. I

hope you’ll join us as we continue our walking tour through

Philippi.

We only have one worship service on campus at 10:00 am during the summer.

Every Sunday in July We are having an informal

Worship Service at 8:30 am at “The Village” in Dos Vientos.

Meet on the patio by the fountain and the tot lot.

Invite your friends!

NEW MEMBER’S CLASS

TUESDAY, JULY 31

6-9 pm

Dinner and Childcare will be provided.

If you are interested in becoming a member, come to this class! Call the church office at 498-8213 to reserve your spot.

Destination: Philippi

The Apostle Paul in Philippi

One day on their way to the place of prayer,

Paul and his companions met a slave-girl

possessed by a spirit by which she predicted

the future. Her owners were making large

profits from her ability. The girl followed Paul

and his companions shouting, “These men

are servants of the Most High God, who are

telling you the way to be saved.” She kept

this up for many days until Paul finally com-

manded the spirit to “come out of her”, which

it did. With the hope of profit now gone, the

owners of the girl seized Paul and Silas and

dragged them to the authorities, telling them that they were advocating

practices unlawful for Roman citizens. A mob develops and Paul and Si-

las are beaten and then thrown into prison.

About midnight, as Paul and Silas are singing praises to God, a violent

earthquake shakes the city, and the prison doors fly open and the chains

came loose. The jailer, scared for his life, listens to Paul preach to him

and his family. That night they believed in the Lord and were baptized.

They washed Paul’s and Silas’s wounds and prepared a meal for them.

There was much joy in the jailer’s house that night.

HALL OF FAITHFUL

July 15, 2012

To be prayerful, compassionate

and humble disciples of our Lord Jesus Christ, enthusiastically sharing the message of salvation through inspired worship,

devoted study and faith that serves.

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Our Staff

Rev. Tom Stephen, Pastor (tom.stephen@verizon.net)

Carol Benson, Commissioned Lay Pastor (csbenson4@verizon.net)

Matt Elam, Director of Youth Ministries mattelam@verizon.net)

Mary Nelsen, Children’s Ministry (marynelsen@verizon.net)

Lori Maier, Director of Music

Rev. John Josselyn, First Service Music Facilitator

Toriann Garner, Choir Director - Kathy Josselyn, Pianist

Jim Lambert, Facilities Director

J.J. Shaules, Preschool Director (jj.shaules@montevistapc.org) (Preschool phone 805-499-6610)

Michelle Chastain, Secretary (montevistaoffice@verizon.net)

Erin Blackburn, Nursery Attendant and Youth Intern

If you have any questions, please call the Church Office at 805-498-8213. You can reach us: Monday - Friday 8:30 am –12:30 pm & 1:00 - 2:30 pm.

Monte Vista Presbyterian Church 3797 W. Lynn Road, Newbury Park, CA 91320

805-498-8213

www.montevistapc.org

Prayer & Praise Reports

Prayer Requests can be added to the Prayer Chain by emailing Richard Vickers at rlvickers@verizon.net and/or the church office at

montevistaoffice@verizon.net.

Let us know how we can pray for you by filling out a Prayer Card available in the pews & in the Friendship Pads. They can be dropped into the offering plate.

Please pray for the following:

• Pray that the people of Monte Vista come to know the love of Christ in a deeper way.

• Thanksgiving & prayer for our neighbors at First Christian.

• Pray for Marisa Dottlinger, Toriann Garner’s aunt’s family, Carole DeLacey, Helen Jacobs, John Kennedy, Rodolfo Vaccaro, Grace Olson and Gayle, John

Naftzger, Pat Kihm, Pat Bland, Tanya Paulsen, Tyler Patterson (the Toop’s

grandson)

• Continued Prayers for Larry Augustine, Jazzy Betka, Dan Guiteras, Rosalia & Paul Lewis, the Lucas Family, Sally Losey, the Winter Bruno family, Tony

Newman & Kelly, these difficult economic times and for employment.

• Sympathy to Ken Coscarelli and family upon the passing of his brother-in-law.

Sympathy to Cindy Vodraska and family upon the passing of her brother.

Sympathy to Janis, Anna, and Emily and their extended family and friends upon the passing of Steve Medler.

• Pray for Monte Vista Preschool.

• Pray for congregation and staff at Malibu Presbyterian Church.

What’s Happening!

Our Elders

Don Schwaiger—Missions Elizabeth Wright—Youth Ministry Richard Vickers—Finance Jeff Farrar—Property Management Annette Bilous—PCH Discipleship Ministry Gaye Lampert—Administration Darrin McAfee—Outreach and Evangelism Steve Pellnitz—Children’s Ministry/Preschool Darren Holland—Personnel Larry Lindsay—Worship Karl Smith—Care Ministry Cindy Vodraska—Clerk of Session

Vacation Bible School July 16-20 9am-noon starts tomorrow!

Peanut Butter and Spaghetti Sauce Sundays!! We are asking everyone to donate peanut butter and/or spaghetti sauce for the Manna Food Bank. Bring your donations with you to church.

Aging in America Saturday, August 4 9:00 am—noon Topic: How Do I Pay For It? Special Guest Speakers: Annabel Blanchard, Estate Planning Attorney “Avoiding Probate”; Caroline Cisneros, Social Security Administration “Social Security and Medi-care” ; and John Andersen “How Do I Pay For It”. Invite your friends, family and neighbors. Questions to xxxx

Mission Night at Monte Vista Sunday, August 19th at 5:00 pm Meet in the Fellowship Hall. * Enjoy dinner from several parts of the world: Mex-ico, Ukraine, Hawaii, Brazil, and Israel! * Hear the life-changing stories of our youth who went to serve as Jesus! * BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY! If you would like to help prepare some of the International Food call Susan Schwaiger xxxx

Men’s Luncheon Wednesday, July 25 at Noon This is a new group that is gathering. All men invited to share lunch and fellow-ship in the fellowship hall at Monte Vista. Lunch is provided and everyone makes a donation to pay for the lunch.

Shelter Meal (First Thursday of every month) Sign up after Church if you are willing to buy or make part of this meal.

Easy Way to Get Involved Worship Committee is looking for someone to attend one meeting per month, take notes, and type them up. Approximately 3 - 3 1/2 hour time commitment per month. Call Larry Lindsay xxxx or email lsl_1998@yahoo.com.

Surf Camp July 24-26 9am-2:30pm - one week away! Flyers available in the church office.

PCH Prayer Groups (every Sunday and Monday) Join us in the Choir Room on Sundays at 9:00 am and in the Youth Room on Mondays at noon. We meet for about 90 minutes.– not meeting for the rest of July. Prayers are available by contacting Phyllis Melampy or Susan Schwaiger.

Women’s TLC Prayer Group (2nd & 4th Thursdays at 7:00 pm) Join us in the Fellowship Hall as we offer fellowship, prayer, and support to one another. Contact Brooke Gant xxxx for more info.

Men’s Breakfast (Every Thursday at 6:30 am at Parkview Café) Meet to share breakfast and start your day with discussion, friendship, and fellowship while sharing thoughts on scripture in our daily lives.

Breakfast and a Movie (Last Saturday every month at 9:00 am) Are you ready for a relaxing morning, great food, and a movie?? Contact Marge Mayfield 818-597-9525 or Carol Ranschau xxxx. RSVP to Alanna Jacobs and find out what to bring at xxxx. The movie for July is “Yankee Doodle Dandy”. This is a biography of George M. Cohan, the renowned musical composer, playwright, actor, dancer and singer. Meet at Alanna Jacobs’ home, 4640 Via Don Luis.

Prayer Shawl Ministry - not meeting in July & August

The Altar Flowers are

given in celebration of

the birthdays of

Alex & Marissa Au!