John Calvin Presbyterian Church

INTROIT “Standing in the Need of Prayer” 

CALL TO WORSHIP      

ONE: O come, let us sing to the Lord;

let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation

MANY: Let us come into God’s presence with thanksgiving;

let us make a joyful noise to God with songs of praise!

ONE: O come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker!

MANY: For the Lord is our God, and we are the people of God’s pasture, the flock under his care.                   

PRAYER OF THE DAY 

Redeeming God,

You call us to be one with you, as you are one with Christ. As his perfect love casts out our fear, and changes it to love, unite us by your Spirit of peace, that we may be one with you, as you are one with Christ. Amen.

HYMN[Blue#357][GTG#738] “O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee” 

REPENTANCE

CALL TO CONFESSION                                                                  

 SILENT CONFESSION

 PRAYER OF CONFESSION

God who calls us to lives restored,

there are times when our way grows confused. We struggle to know what to do. Or worse, we know what needs to be done and find it easier to stay on the wrong path. Forgive us for failing to heed opportunities to follow a better way. Remind us that you stand more ready to forgive than we are to confess those aspects of our lives that stand in need of your grace. And thus forgiven, help us to lean in to what you would teach us about how we are to be. We pray all these things in Jesus’ name, and for his sake. Amen.

ASSURANCE OF PARDON                     

GLORIA PATRI [Blue#579[ [GTG581]     

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.

THE WORD READ AND PROCLAIMED

PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION

RESPONSE  [Blue#586]  “Amen”

Old Testament Readings Exodus 19:6, Isaiah 61:6

New Testament Readings 1 Peter 2:5, Revelation 1:6, Revelation 20:6, & Ephesians 4:11-16       

                                

ONE: The Word of the Lord

MANY: Thanks be to God   

SERMON  “Why Are We on the Face of the Earth?”   Elder Robert Lowry

HYMN[BLUE#85][GTG#215] “What Wondrous Love Is This”

 RESPONSE     

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Apostle’s 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.

RECEIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY “Nobody Knows de Trouble I’ve Seen” sung by Sandy Cranfill as vocalist.

DOXOLOGY [GTG#606]

Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

Praise God, all creatures here below;

Praise God above, ye heavenly host;

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen

PRAYER OF DEDICATION 

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 

THE 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.

RESPONSE “Hear Our Prayer O Lord”

HYMN[BLUE#324][GTG#451] “Open My Eyes, That I May See”

PARTING PRAYER    

Gracious God,

you have called and gifted your Church to build up the body of Christ in love: Grant us unity in faith, maturity in spirit, and the wisdom to grow into the fullness of your Son; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

CHARGE AND BENEDICTION

RESPONSE[GTG#547]  “Go, My Children, with My Blessing” verse 1 only

POSTLUDE  “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands” sung by Ron Palmisano as vocalist.        

*Liturgical material taken from the “Weekly Liturgy” of the Presbyterian Outlook. ©Presbyterian Outlook, 2026.

Note: the hymn lyrics in the bulletin and on the projection screen are from the Glory To God Hymnal (© 2013 Westminster John Knox Press), which we are transitioning to. Words in the “Blue” Presbyterian Hymnal (© 1990) in your pew may differ slightly. The Scripture quotations contained herein are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright © 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. Used by Permission. All Rights Reserved.

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INTROIT [GTG#406]  “We Are Standing on Holy Ground”

*CALL TO WORSHIP      

ONE: We gather to celebrate the God of wonder and majesty!

MANY: Awesome God, help us to worship you in spirit and in truth.

ONE: We gather to celebrate Jesus Christ, who was dead and buried, and now risen indeed!

MANY: Jesus, renew our hope in your great power and love. 

ONE: We gather to celebrate the Holy Spirit, our promised comforter and guide!

MANY: Come Holy Spirit! Fill us with your presence and peace.

ONE: We gather to celebrate the ancient hope of Christians:

MANY: God is with us and will never let us go.

                                        

PRAYER OF THE DAY 

Gracious Lord, 

You have prepared for those who love you joys beyond understanding. Pour into our hearts such love for you, that, loving you above all else, we may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

HYMN [Blue#145][GTG#804] “Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart” 

REPENTANCE

CALL TO CONFESSION                                                                  

SILENT CONFESSION

*PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Ever-present God, we come before you knowing we have ignored your promised Holy Spirit living within us. Therefore, we forfeit peace and bear needless worry. We become confused and deaf to your voice of truth. We struggle with obedience to your Word and fight an overwhelming sense of loneliness. Forgive us! Help us to remember that we are never alone, that you are with us and for us, by the power of your Spirit abiding in us, the Spirit of Jesus the Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

ASSURANCE OF PARDON                     

GLORIA PATRI [Blue#579[ [GTG581]     

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.

THE WORD READ AND PROCLAIMED

PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION

RESPONSE  [Blue#586] [GTG#601] “Amen”

1st SCRIPTURE 1 Peter 3:13-22

2nd  SCRIPTURE John 14:15-21       

                                

ONE: The Word of the Lord

MANY: Thanks be to God

   

SERMON   “Believing Into Faith”   Rev. Dr. Martha J. Robson

HYMN [GTG#490] “Wash, O God, Your Sons and Daughters”

 RESPONSE     

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Apostle’s 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.

RECEIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY  “Crying in the Chapel” sung by Ron Palmisano as vocalist 

DOXOLOGY [GTG#606]

Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

Praise God, all creatures here below;

Praise God above, ye heavenly host;

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen

PRAYER OF DEDICATION

THE SACRAMENT OF THE HOLY COMMUNION

Invitation to the Lord’s Table

Great Prayer of Thanksgiving – Blue Presbyterian Hymnal p. 13

The Lord’s Prayer – Blue Presbyterian Hymnal p.16

RESPONSE “Hear Our Prayer O Lord”

Breaking the Bread and Sharing the Cup

Sharing the Body and Blood of Christ

MUSIC DURING COMMUNION “Let Us Break Bread Together / I Come With Joy” sung by  Sandy Cranfill as vocalist

Prayer of Thanksgiving

HYMN [GTG#410] “God is Calling Through the Whisper”

PARTING PRAYER    

Heavenly Creator,

who calls us to suffer for doing good rather than evil, grant us courage to follow in the steps of Christ, who bore our sins and brought us safely to you. Strengthen us by your Spirit in every trial, that we may live with a clear conscience and steadfast hope, proclaiming your saving grace in all we do; through our Lord Jesus. Amen.

CHARGE AND BENEDICTION

RESPONSE [GTG#300] “We Are One in the Spirit” verse 1 

POSTLUDE   “Open My Eyes, That I May See”           

*Liturgical material taken from the “Weekly Liturgy” of the Presbyterian Outlook. ©Presbyterian Outlook, 2026.

Note: the hymn lyrics in the bulletin and on the projection screen are from the Glory To God Hymnal (© 2013 Westminster John Knox Press), which we are transitioning to. Words in the “Blue” Presbyterian Hymnal (© 1990) in your pew may differ slightly. The Scripture quotations contained herein are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright © 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. Used by Permission. All Rights Reserved.

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PEOPLE: Praise God, in whom we seek shelter and guidance!

PRAYER OF THE DAY 

Sovereign Lord,

In Christ you have shown us the way, revealed to us your truth, and offered to us everlasting life. Keep our eyes upon him, that we may see your path more clearly, know your truth more fully, and receive your life more abundantly; through Christ who dwells with you and the Holy Spirit in eternal glory. Amen.

HYMN[Blue#457][GTG#624] “I Greet Thee, Who My Sure Redeemer Art” 

REPENTANCE

*CALL TO CONFESSION                                                                  

 SILENT CONFESSION

 PRAYER OF CONFESSION

God of compassionate mercy, your word offers freedom from sin, but we congress that we have not obeyed your word. We have harbored malice toward our enemies; we have been deceitful in our relationships; we have been insincere in our commitments; through gossip we have slandered our friends. Forgive us our sins and lead us to genuine repentance. Help your children long for your pure, spiritual milk that we may grow into the joy of salvation through Jesus Christ. Amen.

ASSURANCE OF PARDON                     

GLORIA PATRI [Blue#579[ [GTG581]     

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.

THE WORD READ AND PROCLAIMED

PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION

RESPONSE  [Blue#586]  “Amen”

1st SCRIPTURE Psalm 31: 1-5, 15-16

2nd  SCRIPTURE John 14:1-14                                     

ONE: The Word of the Lord

MANY: Thanks be to God   

HYMN[BLUE#485][GTG#634] “To God Be The Glory”

SERMON  “You ask me: How can you know the way, discern the truth, save your life? I know a Guy…”   

CP Ford J. Dieth

 RESPONSE     

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Apostle’s 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.

RECEIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY “What the World Needs Now is Love” sung by Ron Palmisano as vocalist.

DOXOLOGY [GTG#606]

Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

Praise God, all creatures here below;

Praise God above, ye heavenly host;

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen

PRAYER OF DEDICATION 

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 

THE 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.

RESPONSE “Hear Our Prayer O Lord”

HYMN[Blue#388][GTG#724] “Oh Jesus I Have Promised”

PARTING PRAYER    

Gracious and loving God,

you call us to trust in you and not be troubled: lead us to know you more fully through Christ, to follow where he leads with courage and faith. Grant that our prayers may be shaped by his will, and our lives reflect his love,

so that in all things your name is glorified; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

CHARGE AND BENEDICTION

RESPONSE[BLUE#485][GTG#634] “To God Be The Glory” refrain only

POSTLUDE         

*Liturgical material taken from the “Weekly Liturgy” of the Presbyterian Outlook. ©Presbyterian Outlook, 2026.

Note: the hymn lyrics in the bulletin and on the projection screen are from the Glory To God Hymnal (© 2013 Westminster John Knox Press), which we are transitioning to. Words in the “Blue” Presbyterian Hymnal (© 1990) in your pew may differ slightly. The Scripture quotations contained herein are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright © 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. Used by Permission. All Rights Reserved.

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INTROIT “Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us”

*CALL TO WORSHIP (adapted from GTG #93)      

ONE: Lift up your heads, ye mighty gates!

PEOPLE: Behold! The Savior of the world is risen!

ONE: Fling wide the portals of your hearts:

PEOPLE: Let us feel the presence of the God’s grace and love!

ONE: O Holy spirit, lead us on in worship;

PEOPLE: To glorify and enjoy God forever.

ONE: Call us each by name, that we may give God glory!                       

PRAYER OF THE DAY 

God Almighty, 

You sent Jesus, our Good Shepherd, to gather us together. May we not wander from his flock, but follow wherever he leads us, listening for his voice and staying near him, until we are safely in your fold, to live with you forever; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

HYMN[Blue#487][GTG#667] “When Morning Gilds the Skies” 

REPENTANCE

*CALL TO CONFESSION                                                                  

 SILENT CONFESSION

 PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Gracious God, from before the foundation of the world, you called us by name and pledged your steadfast love. But like ornery sheep, we stray from the fold. You offer to lead us, but we prefer to lead

ourselves. Christ laid down his life, yet we refuse to lay down our phones, our plans, our pride.

Forgive us, O God. Call us back to the open gate of Christ’s redeeming love that we may enter your Beloved Community and find restoration for our souls, reconciliation with our enemies and the glory of

abiding with you forevermore. Amen.

ASSURANCE OF PARDON                     

GLORIA PATRI [Blue#579[ [GTG581]     

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.

THE WORD READ AND PROCLAIMED

PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION

RESPONSE  [Blue#586]  “Amen”

1st SCRIPTURE Psalm 23

2nd  SCRIPTURE John 10:1-10                                     

ONE: The Word of the Lord

MANY: Thanks be to God   

SERMON  “Other Voices”   CP Ford J. Dieth

HYMN[BLUE#387][GTG#187] “Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us”

 RESPONSE     

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Apostle’s 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.

RECEIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY “Psalm 23 (D. 706)” by F. Schuber

DOXOLOGY [GTG#606]

Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

Praise God, all creatures here below;

Praise God above, ye heavenly host;

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen

PRAYER OF DEDICATION 

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 

THE 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.

RESPONSE “Hear Our Prayer O Lord”

HYMN[Blue#540][GTG#542] “God Be With You Till We Meet Again”

PARTING PRAYER    

Good Shepherd,

who calls us by name and leads us into life abundant:

grant us grace to hear your voice above all others,

to follow where you guide, and to trust in your care.

Through your mercy, make us dwell in your presence always; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

CHARGE AND BENEDICTION

RESPONSE[BLUE#306][GTG#630]  “Fairest Lord Jesus” last verse only

POSTLUDE  “Put Your Hand in the Hand” sung by Ron Palmisano as vocalist.        

*Liturgical material taken from the “Weekly Liturgy” of the Presbyterian Outlook. ©Presbyterian Outlook, 2026.

Note: the hymn lyrics in the bulletin and on the projection screen are from the Glory To God Hymnal (© 2013 Westminster John Knox Press), which we are transitioning to. Words in the “Blue” Presbyterian Hymnal (© 1990) in your pew may differ slightly. The Scripture quotations contained herein are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright © 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. Used by Permission. All Rights Reserved.

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INTROIT “Kumbaya” sung by Ron Palmisano as vocalist.

CALL TO WORSHIP      

ONE: We remember who we are:

PEOPLE: We are the body of Christ.

ONE: We remember whose we are:

PEOPLE: We are God’s beloved children.

ONE: We remember our chief purpose:

PEOPLE: To glorify and enjoy God forever.

ONE: Let us worship God!                       

PRAYER OF THE DAY 

O God, light of the minds that know you, life of the souls that love you, strength of the thoughts that seek you: Help us so to know you that we may truly love you, so to love you that we may fully serve you,

whose service is perfect freedom; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

HYMN[Blue#260] “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” 

REPENTANCE

*CALL TO CONFESSION                                                                  

 SILENT CONFESSION

 PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Holy God, we are pulled in many different directions.

We are distracted by the news, quick to point fingers and pass judgment. We are distracted by our fears.

We fear the loss of health, safety, and financial security. Instead of proclaiming your abundance, we operate from a mindset of scarcity. We are distracted by our tasks, by calendars that shape our priorities,

leaving us with less time and energy for what is most important. We confess our distraction, even as we acknowledge that sometimes we embrace it because it’s easier than sitting at Jesus’ feet, learning what it means to follow him.

Forgive us. Help us discern and choose the better path as we seek to follow Christ, in whose name we pray. Amen.

ASSURANCE OF PARDON                     

GLORIA PATRI [Blue#579[ [GTG581]     

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.

THE WORD READ AND PROCLAIMED

PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION

RESPONSE  [Blue#586]  “Amen”

1st SCRIPTURE Jeremiah 31:34

2nd  SCRIPTURE Matthew 18:21-35       

                                

ONE: The Word of the Lord

MANY: Thanks be to God   

SERMON  “Is It Really Possible To Forgive and Forget (part one)”   Elder Robert Lowry

HYMN[BLUE#339] “Be Thou My Vision”

 RESPONSE     

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Apostle’s 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.

RECEIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY “The Lord’s Prayer” by A. H. Malotte  sung by Sandy Cranfill as vocalist

DOXOLOGY [GTG#606]

Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

Praise God, all creatures here below;

Praise God above, ye heavenly host;

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen

PRAYER OF DEDICATION (unison)

Abundant God, we give thanks for your grace and provision in our lives. Use these gifts to meet the physical and spiritual needs of our community

and the world. May they witness to your love and care for all people, as we offer our time and energy to do the same. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 

THE 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.

RESPONSE “Hear Our Prayer O Lord”

HYMN “Just a Closer Walk with Thee”

PARTING PRAYER    

Merciful Lord,

you have shown us boundless grace and forgiven us beyond measure; soften our hearts to forgive others as freely as you forgive us. Deliver us from bitterness and pride, and teach us to live in the freedom of your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

CHARGE AND BENEDICTION

RESPONSE[BLUE#298]  “There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy” verse 2 only

POSTLUDE     “Hail Thee Festival Day”        

*Liturgical material taken from the “Weekly Liturgy” of the Presbyterian Outlook. ©Presbyterian Outlook, 2026.

Note: the hymn lyrics in the bulletin and on the projection screen are from the Glory To God Hymnal (© 2013 Westminster John Knox Press), which we are transitioning to. Words in the “Blue” Presbyterian Hymnal (© 1990) in your pew may differ slightly. The Scripture quotations contained herein are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright © 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. Used by Permission. All Rights Reserved.

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