“Meeting people at their point of need, Inviting all into a dynamic relationship with Christ”
Sunday, May 22, 2016 11:15 a.m. Trinity Sunday
When the music begins, worship begins.
Pre-Service Music Charleston Spiritual Ensemble “I Stood on the River of Jordan” trad., arr. Terrence Kelly
Benjamin Seabrook, soloist
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“No Hidin’ Place” trad., arr. Moses Hogan
Marcus A. Shuler, soloist *Processional Hymn
Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee;
Holy, Holy, Holy! Merciful and mighty! God in three Persons, blessed Trinity. WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Leader: This is the day the Lord hath made. Response: Let us rejoice and be glad in it!
Prelude “Kum Bay Yah / Come By Here” arr. Quincy Jones
GATHERING AROUND THE WORD
*Call to Worship
Leader: O Lord, our Lord, how exalted is your name in all the world!
People: Out of the mouths of infants and children your majesty is praised above the heavens.
Leader: When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars you have set in their courses…
People: …what are we human beings that you should be mindful of us – mere mortals that You should seek us out?
Leader: Yet, you have made us but a little lower than the angels; you adorn us with glory and honor.
People: O Lord, our Lord, how exalted in your name in all the world! *Hymn Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise #263
Invocation The Lord’s Prayer Unison
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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
CONFESSION OF SIN & ASSURANCE OF PARDON
Call to Confession
Confession Unison
Blessed God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, Our Creator, our Redeemer, and our Sustainer, Yours is a perfect relationship; one God in three persons, mutual and whole. We confess that our relationships are not that way. We have been too selfish. Or we have given too much. Or we have accepted too little. We have failed to love after the manner of Jesus. We have let sin drive us away from one another and from you. We long for wholeness and peace and a sense of well-being, but our sin takes us in other directions. Forgive us and restore us. Pull us to you. With mercy and grace, pull us to you. (A time of Silent Prayer) Amen and Assurance of Pardon *Gloria Patri Greatorex
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be World without end, Amen, Amen. *Affirmation of Faith Apostles' Creed
I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ His only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. Amen. Presentation of Tithes and Offerings
Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him all creatures here below;
Praise Him above ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen. Prayer of Dedication
God, You work in us and in the world as creator, Savior and sustainer. We are called to be co-creators with You in Your mission. We make this offering of sacrificial love for those in need. May Your word of life be heard, and Your nearness and caring experienced through Your Holy Spirit and through our transformation. Amen. **Children in first grade and younger are invited to the Education Building for a time of structured
activity at this time or they may stay and continue to worship with their families** *Hymn Here I Am, Lord #525 Pastoral Prayer of The People PROCLAIMING THE WORD First Scripture Reading Isaiah 6:1-8 Page 635 Second Scripture Reading Mark 1:9-11 Page 34 Sermon Trinity TerpsichoreRev. Cress Darwin
*Hymn “God is One, Unique and Holy” Benediction
Amen Roff
Postlude “Ain’t That Good News!” arr. William Dawson
INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS Are you looking for a church home where you can make a difference for the God we serve, and a place where you will be known, nurtured, challenged? We sincerely welcome you and invite you to spend some time with us.
WORSHIP NOTES - Hearing aids and large-print hymnals are available at the back of the sanctuary. Please refrain from taking flash photography during the service. The Session room, located on left side of the narthex as you exit the building, is a dedicated “cry room,” available to anyone needing to leave the sanctuary during worship.
seCond family Prayer - Mary Grace Stanton, Virginia Harding, Margaret Baumer, Susan Harbin, David Hinson, Catherine Ann Suarez, Mary Margaret Riddle, Jeanette Mason, Ruth Luhn Palassis, Edward Mason, Maria Fitzharris, Milt Maness, BeverlyMcClure, Lexie McCall.
SUMMERTIME WORSHIP SERVICE: Beginning Sunday, May 29 (Memorial Day weekend) through August 28 (Homecoming Sunday), there will be one combined worship service on Sundays, at 10:00 am in the sanctuary. The format will be a blended service, with traditional and contemporary music.
“Seconds Please” TEA ROOM:
The Tea Room is weeks away and we are still in need of volunteers. Sign up in the Education Building, on the poster board by the door, or online via the link on the website. We are in need of 30-35 volunteers per day and we very much appreciate your help! Dates are May 27 & 28 and June 3 & 4, with prep days May 26 and June 2. Your help allows us to benefit our Missions programs in a great way. Thank you!
Missions/Special Offerings Update and THANK YOU:
Thanks to your generosity, we have collected $1091 for the Presbyterian Homes of South Carolina through our Mother's Day Offering and subsequent gifts. In addition, we have collected $353 for our Pentecost Offering, one quarter of which will remain for use by our youth at Second. The balance will be used to support Young Adult Volunteers, Ministries for Youth and Children-at-Risk through the Presbyterian Mission Agency. Thank you for your wonderful work in God's Kingdom! Second Edition: Book Club:
We had a great festive event with many in attendance to discuss our page-turner, The Girl in the Spider's Web on Tuesday. For June, we will be reading 'The Happiness Project’ by Gretchen Rubin. We are hoping new members will join us as we check out her positivity! We'll meet at the Schuhs June 21st at 6:30 PM, third Tuesday. Hope to see all the usual crowd with some newbies at 655 North Shore Drive, James Island!
LOOKING AHEAD...
Sunday May 22
10:00 am – Worship in the Chapel
11:15 a.m. – Worship in the Sanctuary
7:00 p.m. – Towson University Chorale
Concert in the Sanctuary
Monday, May 23
6:00 a.m. - "Body Pump" workout
Tuesday, May 24
6:00 a.m. – Kickboxing
5:30 p.m. - Gospel Choir Rehearsal
7:00 p.m. – Spiritual Ensemble Rehearsal
7:30 p.m. - Young Professionals (W.Ashley)
Wednesday, May 25
6:00 a.m. - "Body Pump" workout
5:00 p.m. - Bell Choir rehearsal
6:15 p.m. - The Journey (college students)
6:30 p.m. - Women's Bible study
6:30 p.m. - Adult Choir rehearsal
7:00 p.m. - Young Professionals (Downtn)
Thursday, May 26
6:00 a.m. - Kickboxing
7:00 p.m. - Young Professionals (Downtn)
Friday, May 27
6:00 a.m. - "Body Pump" workout
Saturday, May 28
11:00 a.m. - AA Women's Group Meeting
Sunday, May 29
10:00 a.m. - Worship in theSanctuary
WANT TO OWN A CAMPER? Have you been thinking of purchasing a camper this year? Second Presbyterian has received an anonymous gift of a beautiful camping trailer. Be on the lookout for details on how it can be yours. Proceeds will benefit Second Presbyterian and its ministries. Due May 25!
SUNDAY MAY 29, 1:30-5:30 PM Free 1:30 - Cane Bay High School Cobra Chorale
2:30 - Treblemakers of Porter-Gaud School
3:30 - Harmonia Children’s Choir
4:30 - Charleston Children’s Choir Register now for Vacation Bible School June 13-19th! Second Presbyterian will join First (Scots) Presbyterian in a week of fun as we learn more about God's amazing love and grace. VBS if for children who were 4 years old on September 1st, 2015 through rising 5th grades! Registration for children to participate and for youth/adult volunteers is available online through the link below. Please e-mail Perrin Tribble if you need additional information, perrin.tribble@2ndpc.org
http://2016.cokesburyvbs.com/firstscots
The Towson University Chorale (Towson, MD) will give a free concert of sacred, gospel and classical music in our sanctuary tonight at 7:00 pm. Come hear a great college choir in our improved acoustics!
The 2016 Sanctuary Flowers Signup Sheet is posted in the Fellowship Hall.
Cress Darwin, Pastor
cdarwin@secondpresbyterianchurch.org
Colin Kerr, Director of Campus &
Young Adult Ministry
charlestonjourney@gmail.com
Perrin Tribble, Youth Director
perrin.tribble@2ndpc.org