John Calvin Presbyterian Church 12567 Natural Bridge Road | Bridgeton, Missouri 63044

johncalvinchurch@juno.com | 314-739-3066 | www.jcpchurch.org

February 23, 2020 10:30am

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COUNTDOWN

WELCOME CALL TO WORSHIP Lord as we gather here in this place and this time, a place familiar, a time set in our calendars, we thank You that we are here to meet with You afresh. May this gathering today be a time and space when we find a moment ‘in and out of time.’ A moment of meeting with You when the daily veil that at times covers our world and our lives is removed and we see Your glory. Glory revealed in the beauty of the universe You have created, beauty revealed in the community we are part of, beauty revealed to us in Your precious word, most of all, beauty revealed in the love of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Help us again today to come away with You to a quiet place, to meet with You in new ways, ways that help us glimpse who things really when we truly come into Your presence, when we truly allow Your light to transform us and the whole world.

JESUS’ APPEARANCE WAS transformed

SO THAT HIS FACE shone like the sun,

AND HIS CLOTHES BECAME as white as light.

if I built three memorials here on the mountain—one for you, one for Moses, one for Elijah?”

5 While he was going on like this, babbling, a light-radiant cloud enveloped them, and sounding from deep in the cloud a voice: “This is my Son, marked by my love, focus of my delight. Listen to him.”

6-8 When the disciples heard it, they fell flat on their faces, scared to death. But Jesus came over and touched them. “Don’t be afraid.” When they opened their eyes and looked around all they saw was Jesus, only Jesus.

9 Coming down the mountain, Jesus swore them to secrecy. “Don’t breathe a word of what you’ve seen. After the Son of Man is raised from the dead, you are free to talk.” ANTHEM The Lord Is My Salvation SERMON Rev. Patricia Cleeland

CALL FOR THE OFFERING

OFFERTORY

*DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING AND THE LORD’S PRAYER *CLOSING HYMN #381 Open My Eyes, That I May See *CHARGE AND BLESSING _____________________________________________________________________________________________

BOLD signifies unison participation

Portions of the Liturgy for Transfiguration Sunday—Used with permission Matt Ward Training Officer in the Faith Nurture Forum, Church of Scotland

*For those who are comfortably able, please stand.

CCLI # 2950750

OPENING HYMN #382 Be Thou My Vision

PRAISE SONG One Thing Remains (Your Love Never Fails)

*CONFESSION AND PARDON OF SIN Lord of glory, it is good that we are here. In peace we make our prayer to You. In trust we confirm our faith in You . Help us to set our faces steadfastly to where You would have us go. Lord, look with favour. Lord, transfigure and heal. Lord of glory, it is good we are here, gathered as Your Church, Help us to proclaim Your beloved Son to the world Help us to listen to promptings of His Spirit ... in this time of radical action may we be renewed in holiness so we may reflect Your glory into this land. Lord, look with favour Lord, transfigure and heal. Lord of glory, it is good that we are here, bringing with us our worried and concerns for a world that is so scarred by hatred, strife and war ... Help us to understand our role as peace makers. Help us to set aside the disagreements and hurts that scar the body of Christ. May we and all those in conflict be healed by the touch of Your hand. Lord, look with favour Lord, transfigure and heal. Lord of glory, it is good that we are here, as we are in all our ordinariness, our joy and pain, we remember those who are not here with us, especially those who are in need and distress, suffering as Your Son has suffered and waiting for the salvation You promise ... May all those who find themselves in a dark place today catch a glimpse of Your glory and begin to see the world as You intend it. Lord, look with favour Lord, transfigure and heal. Lord of glory, at the transfiguration Your disciples saw You in glory. We remember those who have gone before us in faith, giving thanks for those who have shared their knowledge and love of You with us.

And even in the pain of their loss we rejoice that they now see You as You really are, Lord of lords and King of kings. To You be praise, dominion and worship now and for all eternity Amen *PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST

TIME WITH CHILDREN COMMUNITY SHARING PRAISE SONGS All My Praise

Lord, I Need You

FIRST READING 2 Peter 1:16-21 (MSG) I Was There 16-18 We weren’t, you know, just wishing on a star when we laid the facts out before you regarding the powerful return of our Master, Jesus Christ. We were there for the preview! We saw it with our own eyes: Jesus resplendent with light from God the Father as the voice of Majestic Glory spoke: “This is my Son, marked by my love, focus of all my delight.” We were there on the holy mountain with him. We heard the voice out of heaven with our very own ears.

19-21 We couldn’t be more sure of what we saw and heard—God’s glory, God’s voice. The prophetic Word was confirmed to us. You’ll do well to keep focusing on it. It’s the one light you have in a dark time as you wait for daybreak and the rising of the Morning Star in your hearts. The main thing to keep in mind here is that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of private opinion. And why? Because it’s not something concocted in the human heart. Prophecy resulted when the Holy Spirit prompted men and women to speak God’s Word. GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 17:1-9 (MSG) Sunlight Poured from His Face 1-3 Six days later, three of them saw that glory. Jesus took Peter and the brothers, James and John, and led them up a high mountain. His appearance changed from the inside out, right before their eyes. Sunlight poured from his face. His clothes were filled with light. Then they realized that Moses and Elijah were also there in deep conversation with him. 4 Peter broke in, “Master, this is a great moment! What would you think

WELCOME We are delighted you are

worshipping with us. We hope this is only the first of many worship experiences together. Whether or not this is possible, today this is your church, the family of God for you as well as for us. Help us to make you feel at home by joining us after worship for coffee and fellowship.

Restrooms are located at the beginning of the East-West Hallway in the Educational Section of the church.

You will find in chair/pew racks, blue prayer cards. These cards should be completed if you have a special prayer request. Please print legibly. Use the back of the card to include a full name and complete address if you would like the church office to send a “We prayed for you” note to the person named in the request.

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FEBRUARY Transfiguration of Our Lord

February 23, 2020

Ash Wednesday Lent Begins

February 26, 2020

Leap Day February 29, 2020

IN ALL HIS GLORY On the Sunday before Ash Wednesday, many Christian churches celebrate the Transfiguration of Our Lord. After telling his shocked disciples that he would die and rise again, Jesus took Peter, James and John up a mountain. Suddenly Jesus appeared to be glowing! “He was transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became white as light.” (Matthew 17:2) Moses and Elijah appeared, and a voice said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” Jesus’ disciples fell to the ground, overcome by fear. But Jesus touched them, told them not to be afraid and led them down the mountain. The disciples witnessed firsthand the glory of Jesus, who would soon die for the sins of the world and rise again to give us life.

Transform us, Transfigured Lord,

so we may reflect your light

in the world.

TRIVIA NIGHT TO BENEFIT CHRIS

HANSON (Barb’s son)

Saturday March 21 7:00pm

Trinity High School 1720 Redman Rd

Spanish Lake MO 63138 $200 per table of 8 people

RSVP: 636-441-9726

ChrisHansonFund@charter.net

JCPC FAMILY BOWLING

TODAY!

Right after church Everyone is invited!

KING PIN LANES 12249 Natural Bridge Rd

Glory to God A Worship Experience

Friday, February 28, 2020

7:00pm (doors open at 6:30) Featuring the JCPC Praise Team,

Handbell Choir, Adult Choir, and other special

musicians. Glory to God is a family event, and a

worship experience you won't want to miss!

DATES TO REMEMBER The Session will meet on Monday February 24 at 7:00pm.

The Goldtimers will gather at Fratelli’s on March 13 at 11:30 for their March luncheon.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR THIS WEEK Sunday, February 23 Transfiguration of Our Lord 9:00 am Adult Class in Room #106 9:30 am Women’s Movie Discussion Group, Library 10:30 am Worship Service, Kid’s Club 12:00 pm Korean Pres. Church Monday, February 24 7:00 pm Session Meeting

Scouts Tuesday, February 25 6:30 pm Tuesday Night Bible Study Wednesday, February 26 Ash Wednesday 5:00 pm CA in Room #106 5:15 pm Praise Band 6:00 pm Handbells 7:00 pm Choir 8:00 pm Korean Pres. Church

Thursday, February 27 11:30 am Weight Watchers 8:00 pm AA

Friday, February 28 7:00 pm Glory to God Praise Concert Saturday, February 29 7:00 am Weight Watchers in GE Room, also 9am Sunday, March 1 1st Sunday in Lent 9:00 am Adult Class in Room #106 9:30 am Women’s Movie Discussion Group, Library 10:30 am Worship Service, Kid’s Club 12:00 pm Korean Pres. Church

PRAYER CONCERN LIST JCPC Family with Health Issues add Other Needs Rick Kreitner, knee surgery on 2/18 Phil Hadggega, carotid artery surgery on 2/10

JCPC Family in a Care Facility Carl & Juanita Riepl, Arlene Walters

Relatives and Friends of our JCPC Family Adrian Frias, traveling to Mexico for possible surgery, friend of the Hardys Marge, C-diff infection, A. Thackrey’s friend J.C., throat cancer, T. Robinson’s uncle Bridgett McKee & Family, T. Barnum’s niece Kate Schneider, breast cancer, friend of J. Lipscomb Chris Hanson, colon cancer teatment, B. Hanson’s son Judith Lang, stage 4 cancer, friend of C. Lay Dan Walz, recovering from a stroke, friend of the Picketts Junia, Jack and Isabell, preparing for missionary work in Papua Shelia Adamick, breast cancer treatment, C. Lay’s cousin Jim Buchanan, fighting cancer, friend of the Barclays Great granddaughter, treatment for seizures, S. Tyler Luca LoBosco, type 1 diabetes, M. Robnett’s great grandson Betty and Amber, niece and granddaughter of L. Payeur Samantha Branson, pancreatic cancer, R. Cooley’s niece

To share a prayer request or update this list, please contact Marion Elliott: 314-739-5372, or contact the church

office: 314-739-3066, Email: johncalvinchurch@juno.com

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Dear Lord, we enter the holy season of Lent confessing our many sins that separate us from you. We’re sincerely sorry for offending you repeatedly through our thoughts, our words and our actions — and often through our inactions, too. Forgive us, Lord, and show us your tender mercy. Restore and strengthen us to become your faithful and faith-filled servants. During our Lenten journey, remind us to show mercy to other people, just as you’ve shown mercy to us. In Jesus’ name, Amen.