3031 Monticello Blvd, Cleveland Hts OH 44118

216-321-2660 Fax: 216-320-1214 Email: office@fhcpresb.org Website: www.fhcpresb.org

Dr. John C. Lentz, Jr., Pastor

Rev. Lois Annich, Interim Associate Pastor

Rev. Tricia Dykers-Koenig, Parish Assoc

Kate Burleigh, Dir. of Children’s Ministries

Shannon Headen, Dir. of Youth Ministries

Anne Wilson, Director of Music

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Service of Worship

August 6, 2017 at 10:00 am

Welcome! Thank you for joining us today for worship.

This morning we celebrate the Eucharist (the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper, or

Holy Communion). We celebrate the Eucharist by intinction (dipping the bread into

the cup). We also provide a gluten-free alternative, so that all may freely partake.

After receiving the elements you may come to the railing to receive a blessing

from the pastors.

Prayer of Preparation

I want Jesus, to walk with me;

I want Jesus to walk with me;

all along my pilgrim journey,

Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me.

Welcome

Prelude Scottish melody

“The Summons”

Choral Introit

Greeting Our God with Joy

Call to Worship Elder Jeanette Nemcek

One: Young, Old, Black, Brown, White, Gay, Straight and Trans, by all the

labels the world would give us, we come this day as one, to worship

the God of all together.

All: We are gathered to celebrate. Our soul and mind, our faith is one.

One: We are baptized in one baptism, and eat of one bread and drink of

one cup.

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All: We confess one name above all names, who frees us from the

tyranny and hatefulness in this world.

One: We have a mutual longing for a world where the color of skin or the

person you love do not dictate basic rights.

All: We are one people, united – despite visible or invisible differences

– by our faith in Christ.

One: Together, we strive against any power that would tear us apart.

All: God of grace, may our hearts be free to faith and praise!

* Opening Hymn No. 307 “God of Grace and God of Glory”

Renewing Our Relationship with God

Prayer of Confession Shannon Headen

God of grace and God of glory, save us from resignation to the way

things are. Our fears and prejudices run deep. Too often we can only

see our own point of view. We stick with those who are like us,

rarely venturing outside our comfort zones. We do not hear those

who seek justice. We blame those who are suffering and in need,

instead of standing by them. We deny the power of your gospel to

unite us with those who are different from us. Truthfully, O God, it’s

easier that way. Then we don’t have to change. But today, O God,

we want you to get through to us. Give us eyes to see and ears to

hear. Free us all from our suffocating isolation. Open us to new

possibilities of life for all of your people, that we might breathe

again your life-giving Spirit, the source of all grace and compassion.

Through the reconciliation power of Christ, Amen.

Time of Silent Confession

Kyrie eleison (Lord, have mercy) John Bell

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Affirming the Good News in Our Lives

Assurance of Pardon

* Response Paul Vasile

“Glory to God”

Opening Our Hearts to God’s Word

Family Meditation Rev. Carol Wedell

Scripture Lessons: Genesis 32: 22-32

The same night he got up and took his two wives, his two maids, and his

eleven children, and crossed the ford of the Jabbok. He took them and

sent them across the stream, and likewise everything that he had.

Jacob was left alone; and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. When

the man saw that he did not prevail against Jacob, he struck him on the

hip socket; and Jacob’s hip was put out of joint as he wrestled with him.

Then he said, “Let me go, for the day is breaking.” But Jacob said, “I will

not let you go, unless you bless me.” So he said to him, “What is your

name?” And he said, “Jacob.” Then the man said, “You shall no longer be

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called Jacob, but Israel, for you have striven with God and with humans,

and have prevailed.” Then Jacob asked him, “Please tell me your name.”

But he said, “Why is it that you ask my name?” And there he blessed him.

So Jacob called the place Peniel, saying, “For I have seen God face to face,

and yet my life is preserved.” The sun rose upon him as he passed Penuel,

limping because of his hip. Therefore to this day the Israelites do not eat

the thigh muscle that is on the hip socket, because he struck Jacob on the

hip socket at the thigh muscle.

Psalm 17

Hear a just cause, O LORD; attend to my cry; give ear to my prayer from

lips free of deceit.

From you let my vindication come; let your eyes see the right.

If you try my heart, if you visit me by night, if you test me, you will find no

wickedness in me; my mouth does not transgress.

As for what others do, by the word of your lips I have avoided the ways of

the violent.

My steps have held fast to your paths; my feet have not slipped.

I call upon you, for you will answer me, O God; incline your ear to me,

hear my words.

Wondrously show your steadfast love, O savior of those who seek refuge

from their adversaries at your right hand.

As for me, I shall behold your face in righteousness; when I awake I shall

be satisfied, beholding your likeness.

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Luke 10: 23-24

Then turning to the disciples, Jesus said to them privately, “Blessed are

the eyes that see what you see! For I tell you that many prophets and

kings desired to see what you see, but did not see it, and to hear what

you hear, but did not hear it.”

After the readings

Leader: Hear what the Holy Spirit is telling God’s people.

People: Thanks be to God.

Sermon Rev. Wedell

“Pothole Repair”

Ritual of Friendship

Offering

Offertory Brian Lewis

“Benedictus”

Translation: Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord.

Hosanna in the highest

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* Response South African song

Eucharist Invitation

Great Thanksgiving

Leader: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Leader: Lift up your hearts.

People: We lift them up unto the Lord.

Leader: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People: It is right to give God thanks and praise.

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Sanctus Puerto Rico

Carl Jenks, cantor

Prayers of the People

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.

Communion of the People

Music during Communion Margaret Tucker

“O God, We Bear the Imprint”

Prayer after Communion

Loving God, at the mystery of your table we are made one body,

reconciled as brothers and sisters, united in prayer and service.

Being fed and fortified, send us out with grace and imagination to

live together in unity, proclaiming Christ’s love and justice. In Jesus’

name we pray. Amen.

Going Forth to Live as God’s People

* Closing Hymn No. 684 “Faith Begins by Letting Go”

* Commission and Blessing

* Choral Benediction

* Passing of the Peace

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Postlude J. S. Bach

“Come, Holy Spirit”

* Please stand if you are able

Welcome Visitors!

We look forward to greeting you and answering any questions you may

have. Visitor welcome bags are available in the foyers and the narthex.

Take one home with you! Our website, www.fhcpresb.org, lists upcoming

events, education programs for all ages, and texts and audio of past

sermons.

Notes & Announcements The Rev. Carol Wedell is today’s preacher. After seminary and a year of

chaplaincy training, Carol was ordained as a Presbyterian pastor (PCUSA)

over 34 years ago. She has served churches in Ft Wayne, IN and in the

greater Cleveland area, most recently as pastor of Church of the Western

Reserve in Pepper Pike. She and her husband Mark (an elder and usher

here at FHC) have three adult children: a son who lives in the Cleveland

area with his wife, and another son and daughter who can both happily be

reached within a day’s drive! However, they aren’t truly empty nesters, as

the dog and two cats think that they are children.

Today’s music: Thanks to today’s music leaders: Beth Garrett, Grant

Heineman, Carl Jenks, Shelly Jesberger, Elizabeth Shaw and Sally Wile.

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Chancel Flowers: Today’s flowers are given by the Manista family in

memory of Jean Manista and Peter Manista; by Ellen McChesney in

memory of Heather Lynn Phillips Jenkins; by Alex Heston in memory of his

mother; and by Rob Reynolds in memory of his mother Connie Reynolds,

who lost her battle with cancer a year ago today.

Prayers are requested this week for: Jane Frederick, Max Harmon, Kathryn

Himmelsteib, Florence Klein, Wafa Kuri, Ron Register, George Sentell,

Nicole Small, and Dorothy Turick.

Please remember these homebound members in your prayers: Marge

Drollinger, Emma Jane Gibbs, Iris and Al Gilbert, Ron Klein, Emelia

McGuire, Joyce Peters, Margie Stauffer, Elaine Tapié, Lorian Thomas, and

Pat Weissbrod.

Please keep Betsy and Joe Andrews

Willow, Cooper and Cameron Andrews

in your prayers.

The Deacons encourage you to stop by the Greeting Card Table in

Fellowship Hall before or after worship to sign a card for any member

who is ill or homebound. We will address and mail the card for you.

In Memoriam We Remember

Martin Andrews

Who died August 2, 2017

I am the resurrection and I am the life, says the Lord

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Care Group

The Jerusalem Care Group is responsible for meeting members’ needs

during August. Please call the church office to report an illness,

hospitalization, family emergency, birth or death. Information will then be

passed on to the Care Group leaders.

Ushers: Thank you to Roger Heineman, head usher, and today’s usher

team.

Nursery care for babies and young children is available on the second floor

of the Monticello Wing.

Coming Up

NEXT SUNDAY

Labre Project

Warm, gently-used clothing and accessories – coats, sweaters, hats,

gloves, blankets for men, women and children – are appreciated for the

Labre Project in East Cleveland. Please leave donations in the bin in

Fellowship Hall.

Opportunities to Assist with Worship: Do you enjoy reading scripture?

Would you like to be a lay reader and sign up for regular opportunities to

help lead worship? Or do you enjoy making people feel welcome? Would

you be interested in serving as an usher, a key figure in extending

hospitality?

Members of the Worship Ministry will be in Fellowship Hall on August 13

to talk with you about these and other ways to serve. Information and

training will be available. Come and see!

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THIS WEEK

Bible Study: The lessons for this week are: Genesis 37: 1-4, 12-28; Psalm

105: 1-6, 16-22, 45b; Romans 10: 5-15; Matthew 14: 22-33.

Bible and Bagels discusses next week’s text on Wednesday mornings

from 7:30 to 8:30. All are welcome!

LOOKING AHEAD

Pacesetters Progressive potluck: August 19, 6 pm. Contact Laurie Logan

(216-308-0487) for details.

Outdoor Worship: Come join us! Worship will be held outside the church

building on Sunday, August 20 at 10 am..

If you have a portable awning or dining fly tent you can loan the church

for extra shade, please call the office (216-321-2660).

One Book One Church (August 20, 11:15): October 31, 1517 by Martin

Marty.

Rev. Laury Larson will lead a discussion on this book written by one of the

giants of religious history. This year is the 500th anniversary of the

Reformation. Books available for $15 through the church office or in

Fellowship Hall after worship.

Fall Festival, September 10: This year the festival will be a Country

Jamboree. We are looking for anyone who knows of a DJ or band that can

do line or square dancing music. If YOU know how to square or line dance

and want to be one of the "teachers," please contact Jason Hidek

(jason.hidek@att.net). And save the date – Kick-off Sunday and Fall

Festival, September 10.

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Staff Emails

Rev. Lois Annich Interim Assoc. Pastor pastorannich@fhcpresb.org

Becky Austin Finance beckya@fhcpresb.org

Lynda Bernays Administration office@fhcpresb

Kate Burleigh Children kateb@fhcpresb.org

Ann Donkin Building mgr. adonkin@fhcpresb.org

Stavros Gazis Custodial office@fhcpresb

Shannon Headen Youth shannon@fhcpresb.org

Rev. Dr. John C. Lentz, Jr. Pastor pastorlentz@fhcpresb.org

Peg Weissbrod Publicity pegw@fhcpresb.org

Anne Wilson Music annew@fhcpresb.org

Calendar: August 6 - 13, 2017 Sunday, August 6

9:00 am Child care begins

9:30 am Continental Breakfast

10:00 am WORSHIP: Communion

11:15 am Coffee and Conversation

Monday, August 7

6:00 pm Progress not Perfection (AA)

7:00 pm Al Anon

7:30 pm Borton Group (AA)

Tuesday, August 8

12:00 pm Abundance Pantry registration

1:00 pm Abundance Pantry

5:00 pm Fitness Fusion

Wednesday, August 9

7:30 am Bible & Bagels

12:30 pm Wed. Women’s AA

7:00 pm Ministries meet

Thursday, August 10

5:00 pm Fitness Fusion

Friday, August 11

10:00 am Al Anon meeting

Sunday, August 13

9:00 am Child care begins

9:15 am Session meet with new members

9:30 am Continental Breakfast

10:00 am WORSHIP:

Reception of new members

11:15 am Coffee and Conversation

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The regular schedule resumes September 10:

9:00 Child care begins

9:30 Adult and Youth Education; Descant Choir

Continental Breakfast

10:30 Chancel Choir

11:00 Worship

Children’s Worship Class; Pathways to the Promise Land

12:15 Coffee and Fellowship: FALL FESTIVAL

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It’s Back to School Time!!

Each year, we partner with Boulevard Elementary to help

provide school supplies for students in need. Please consider

helping us out this year! Donations can be placed in the marked

box on the stage in Fellowship Hall until Sunday, August 27. The

teachers and staff at Boulevard are always grateful to receive the

supplies. Below is a list of requested items:

Ear buds

Spiral notebooks

#2 pencils

Crayons

Markers

Colored pencils

Two-pocket folders

Large pink erasers

Glue sticks

Scissors (child size)

Sanitizing wipes

Boxes of tissues

If you have any questions, please contact Jessica Kelley (410-

562-1797 or jak119@case.edu).

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Outdoor Worship

August 20, 10 am