Welcome to West Side

We Prepare for God’s Word

PRELUDE Allegro, Op. 72 Felix Mendelssohn

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

*CALL TO WORSHIP AND OPENING PRAYER

Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth. We proclaim the message of the cross: this is the wisdom and power of God.

Let us pray:

Day by day, dear Lord, of You three things I pray: -attributed to Richard of Chichester to see You more clearly, love You more dearly, 13th century follow You more nearly, day by day. Amen.

*HYMN 457 I Greet Thee, Who My Sure Redeemer Art TOULON

PRAYER OF CONFESSION

God our Redeemer, we confess that our lives do not reflect Your glory. We have been fickle and unfaithful, but Your steadfast love never fails. We try to save the best for ourselves, but You freely pour out Your gifts for all.

Forgive us, God of grace. Empower us, by Your Holy Spirit to be faithful followers of Your way and use our gifts for the common good; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

ASSURANCE OF PARDON

Welcome to West Side

Connect • Grow • Serve

Ordination & Installation Sunday • January 26, 2020

West Side is a welcoming church, rooted deeply in Christ, inviting all to connect, grow and serve.

* The congregation may stand.

8:15 AM CHAPEL WORSHIP

Presbyterian Church

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*PASSING OF THE PEACE

We Listen for God’s Word

SCRIPTURE 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

*HYMN 241 Behold the Goodness of Our Lord CRIMOND

SERMON No Divisions Rev. Marc Oehler

We Respond to God’s Word

*RESPONSE OF FAITH Ephesians 4:1-6

I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all and through all and in all.

ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS 1 Corinthians 12:4–7, 27

There are varieties of gifts, but it is the same Spirit who gives them. There are different ways of serving God, but it is the same Lord who is served. God works through each person in a unique way, but it is God’s purpose that is accomplished. To each is given a gift of the Spirit to be used for the common good. Together we are the body of Christ, and individually members of it. Within the community of the church, some are called to particular service as Deacons, as Ruling Elders and as Teaching Elders.

QUESTIONS OF ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION

PRAYERS OF ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION

CHARGE TO THOSE ORDAINED AND INSTALLED

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE and THE LORD’S PRAYER

OFFERING

*HYMN 314 Like the Murmur of the Dove’s Song BRIDEGROOM

*COMMUNION

*CHARGE AND BLESSING

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*CALL TO WORSHIP AND OPENING SONG

Let Everything (Praise the Lord), All the Poor and Powerless, Holy Spirit

Children leave to join their Sunday School small groups after the first song.

BIDDING PRAYER

SCRIPTURE 1 Corinthians 1:10-18


ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS (see page 2)




*COMMUNION AND OFFERING

*CLOSING SONG All Things Together

*ANNOUNCEMENTS

*BLESSING AND PASSING OF THE PEACE

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S U N DAY S M A L L G R O U P S

8:00 am - Infants and Toddlers - Room 202

9:00 am & 10:15 am - Sunday School for Grades K to 7 - Rooms 206, 306, 311, 312 and Serenity Room

9:00 am - The Gospel of Luke - Conference Room

9:45 am - Centering Prayer - Serenity Room

11:15 am - Prayer Circle - Pulsifer Chapel

11:30 am - Sermon Talk Back - Pulsifer Chapel

6:00 pm - FOCUS - Barn

6:00 pm - High School Choir - Large Choir Room

7:00 pm - High School BARN - Barn


9:00 AM CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP

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We Prepare for God’s Word PRELUDE Allegro, from Sonata in E Minor, Op. 167 Carl Reinecke Carla Auld, flute WELCOME

*CALL TO WORSHIP AND OPENING PRAYER

Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth. We proclaim the message of the cross: this is the wisdom and power of God.

Let us pray:

Day by day, dear Lord, of You three things I pray: -attributed to Richard of Chichester to see You more clearly, love You more dearly, 13th century follow You more nearly, day by day. Amen.

*HYMN 457 I Greet Thee, Who My Sure Redeemer Art TOULON

PRAYER OF CONFESSION

God our Redeemer, we confess that our lives do not reflect Your glory. We have been fickle and unfaithful, but Your steadfast love never fails. We try to save the best for ourselves, but You freely pour out Your gifts for all.

Forgive us, God of grace. Empower us, by Your Holy Spirit to be faithful followers of Your way and use our gifts for the common good; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

KYRIE Lord have mercy. Christ have mercy. Lord have mercy.

ASSURANCE OF PARDON

*GLORIA PATRI 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.

*PASSING OF THE PEACE Children leave to join their Sunday School small groups.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We Listen for God’s Word

SCRIPTURE 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Jim Horton


10:15 AM TRADITIONAL WORSHIP

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We Respond to God’s Word

*RESPONSE OF FAITH Ephesians 4:1-6

I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all and through all and in all.

*HYMN 241 Behold the Goodness of Our Lord CRIMOND

Officers to be ordained and/or installed should come forward during the singing of the hymn.

ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS 1 Corinthians 12:4–7, 27

There are varieties of gifts, but it is the same Spirit who gives them. There are different ways of serving God, but it is the same Lord who is served. God works through each person in a unique way, but it is God’s purpose that is accomplished. To each is given a gift of the Spirit to be used for the common good. Together we are the body of Christ, and individually members of it. Within the community of the church, some are called to particular service as Deacons, as Ruling Elders and as Teaching Elders.




CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE, HYMN 419, verse 1 REPTON

How clear is our vocation, Lord, when once we heed Your call: to live according to Your word, and daily learn, refreshed, restored, that You are Lord of all and will not let us fall.

-Fred Pratt Green

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE and THE LORD’S PRAYER

OFFERING

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OFFERTORY ANTHEM Giver of Every Perfect Gift K. Lee Scott

Giver of every perfect gift, You shape my life from womb to grave. Reveal Your good and gracious will that plants me in this time and place. Display the gifts assigned to me. Make them a witness to Your name.

You planned and know the gifts I have; Creator God, from You they come, unique and special, from Your heart, intended for a chosen role. Thrill me to find and recognize the talents only You can give.

Revealing Word, sent Son of God, Proclaimer of the Kingdom’s dawn, it is for You, because of You, that every talent is bestowed. You have a part for me to fill, a purpose for this life of mine.

Enabling Spirit, Gift of gifts, empower me, stir up my faith, make me an instrument of peace, of mercy, blessing, peace and joy. Let me not miss another day in seeing what Your gifts can do.

*DOXOLOGY

Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise Christ, all people here below; praise Holy Spirit evermore; praise Triune God whom we adore. Amen.

PRAYERS OF THANKSGIVING

We Respond to God’s Call

*HYMN 314 Like the Murmur of the Dove’s Song BRIDEGROOM

*CHARGE AND BLESSING

POSTLUDE The Swan Camille Saint-Saëns Carla Auld, flute

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Class of 2022

Elders: Joe Barbuto, Harris Fleming, Laura Given, David Opderbeck, Alison Raffaele Tatem and Judy Widicus

Deacons: Janet Anderson, Phyllis Anderson, Terry Erzmoneit, Natalie Greenberg, Linda Kopff, Karen Sonderburg, Marion Strauch and Roger Widicus

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

The Tononi Trio—TODAY! The West Side Concert Series kicks off 2020 with the Tononi Trio, a musical fixture in Northern New Jersey, TODAY at 3:00 pm. Come hear pianist Ron Levy, violinist Laura Hamilton and cellist Lanny Paykin perform trios by Beethoven, Rachmaninoff and Brahms. Ron Levy has been called “first class” by The New York Times and regularly appears as a soloist and in partnership with many of the world’s leading singers and instrumentalists. Laura Hamilton spent more than three decades as principal associate concertmaster of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. And Lanny Paykin maintains a diverse career in the New York City area, performing with many orchestras, on Broadway, in recording studios, and in solo and chamber music concerts. Admission to the concert is free; donations are appreciated. Join us!

Family Square Dance and Chili Cook-Off Break out your ten gallon hat and cowboy boots and kick up your heels at our Family Square Dance and Chili Cook-Off on February 1 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm in DePhillips Hall. (Mac and cheese and chicken nuggets will be served too.) All ages—toddlers to seniors—are invited. Come out and learn the steps from a professional square dance caller—or just sit back and listen to the music. No experience required. The only requirement is to have a good time! Suggested donation: a canned good for a family in need or a home-less pet. Note: If you’d like to participate in the Chili Cook-Off, please email Pastor Penny ([email protected]).

Bereavement Group Whether you’re struggling with a recent loss or one from years ago, this support group can help. We’re working with Paula D’Arcy’s book The Winter of the Heart: Finding Your Way Through the Mystery of Grief. Join us in the Conference Room to share conversation and a meal together (please bring your own dinner) on Wednesday, February 5 at 5:45 pm or on Sunday, February 9 at 11:30 am in the Conference Room. For details, or if you need a ride, please reach out to Pat McGlade ([email protected]).

Healing and Wholeness Service Are you feeling stressed, anxious, fearful, overwhelmed? Maybe you feel sad and don’t know why. Calm your mind and soothe your soul at our Healing and Wholeness Service in the Pulsifer Chapel on Wednesday, February 5 at 7:30 pm. This half-hour contemplative service is an oasis of serenity in our stress-filled world—an opportunity to be still and center yourself in a beautiful candlelit setting. Come...and bring a friend. You’ll be glad you did.

Note: Copies of the sermons are available in the Narthex.

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IS THIS YOUR FIRST TIME VISITING?

Welcome! We’re so glad you’re here. We look forward to helping you connect with others, grow more deeply in your faith and enrich your own life by serving others. Wherever you are on life’s journey, there’s a place for you at West Side.

Please stop by the visitor table located just inside the front doors, fill out a Let’s Connect card and pick up a visitor bag. And please stay after worship to enjoy coffee/tea and refreshments in the Narthex and meet our members and ministers:

Rev. Marc Oehler, pastor, [email protected] Rev. Penny Hogan, associate pastor, [email protected] Rev. Liz Junod, pastoral associate, [email protected] Deborah Holden-Holloway, minister of music, [email protected] Erik Eickhoff, associate minister of music, [email protected] Eric Hufschmid, contemporary music leader, [email protected]

To learn more about our faith community, and to see a complete staff directory, please visit westside.org.

6 South Monroe Street Ridgewood, NJ 07450 201-652-1966 westside.org

First Friday Women’s Group Ladies, come and enjoy great food, conversation and fellowship with women of all ages on February 7 at 7:00 pm at Gretchen Horwitz’s home in Glen Rock. RSVP to Pastor Liz ([email protected]) and feel free to invite a friend.

Annual Meeting and Brunch What exactly is included in the 2020 budget? How are we doing financially? Find out the answers to these questions and more at our annual meeting and brunch (hosted by the Men’s Ministry) on February 9 following our ONE SERVICE at 10:15 am. Be sure to bring the kids!

New Jersey Devils Faith and Family Night We’re heading to the Prudential Center in Newark to watch the New Jersey Devils face off against the Columbus Blue Jackets on February 16 at 6:00 pm. The $50 ticket price (lower concourse) includes a group photo on the ice after the game and a promotional item. To reserve your spot, see Gib Warren in the Narthex after worship.

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