FIRST (SCOTS) PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH February 7, 2021 AT 11:15 A.M. SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY YOUTH SUNDAY: TREES THE VISION OF GOD Prelude "Minuet" (performed by Kitty Smith) Reinagle

(May the beginning of the prelude serve as a call to silent meditation and prayer.)

Welcome And Opportunities For Discipleship Abby Morrison (Please sign the friendship registry insert.) Minute For Mission Souper Bowl of Caring Susanna Woodward

†Passing Of The Peace

Introit "O Sing Unto the Lord" Hassler/ Arr. Hal H. Hopson (Katherine Clarkson - Soprano, Abigail Oldstrom - Alto, Kalb Linen-Yates - Tenor, Greg Pipkin - Bass/Baritone)

†Call to Worship Hunter Dawson One: We gather together in the presence of God, All: Who sent us his only son, , One: Who provided us with the tree and its fruit, All: So that we are nourished and bear good fruit with our lives. This is the God we have come to worship! †Processional Hymn “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” Hymn #464

Prayer of Adoration Pinckney Smith THE CONFESSION OF SIN

Call to Confession (A pause for silent confession follows.) McGill Woodward

Prayer of Confession (unison) God of mercy, you sent Jesus to show us the way to live, yet we confess that we still have trouble following his example. We strive to bear good fruit but sometimes produce bad fruit. We fail to help those in need and forget to use the gifts you have given us. Forgive us Lord for losing our way. Help us remember Christ’s example and to bear good fruit with our lives. Amen.

Assurance of Pardon

†Gloria Patri “Glory be to the Father” Hymn #579 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 OF GOD

†Children's Hymn “” Zacchaeus was a wee, little man, and a wee, little man was he. He climbed up in a sycamore tree, for the Lord he wanted to see. And as the Savior passed that way, he looked up in that tree, And he said, "Zacchaeus, you come down, for I'm going to your house today. For I'm going to your house today."

The Time for Children and The Time for Teens Adair Smith

Prayer for Illumination Hammond Unger

The Word Read First Scripture Lesson: Matthew 7:15-20 Hugh Buxton “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their fruits. Are grapes gathered from thorns, or figs from thistles? In the same way, every good tree bears good fruit, but the bad tree bears bad fruit. A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a bad tree bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. Thus you will know them by their fruits. Leader: The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God.

The Word Proclaimed “Know Them by Their Fruits” Sarah McLean

T he W ord R e a d Second Scripture Lesson: Luke 13:6-9 Gabe Morrison Then he told this parable: “A man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came looking for fruit on it and found none. So he said to the gardener, ‘See here! For three years I have come looking for fruit on this fig tree, and still I find none. Cut it down! Why should it be wasting the soil?’ He replied, ‘Sir, let it alone for one more year, until I dig around it and put manure on it. If it bears fruit next year, well and good; but if not, you can cut it down.’” Leader: The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God.

The Word Proclaimed "Nurturing the Sapling" Manning Unger

The W ord R e a d Third Scripture Lesson: Luke 19:1-10 Susannah Spath He entered Jericho and was passing through it. A man was there named Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was rich. He was trying to see who Jesus was, but on account of the crowd he could not, because he was short in stature. So he ran ahead and climbed a syca- more tree to see him, because he was going to pass that way. When Jesus came to the place, he looked up and said to him, “Zacchaeus, hurry and come down; for I must stay at your house today.” So he hurried down and was happy to welcome him. All who saw it began to grumble and said, “He has gone to be the guest of one who is a sinner.” Zacchaeus stood there and said to the Lord, “Look, half of my possessions, Lord, I will give to the poor; and if I have defrauded anyone of anything, I will pay back four times as much.” Then Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because he too is a son of Abraham. For the Son of Man came to seek out and to save the lost.” Leader: The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God.

The Word Proclaimed "Come Down from That Tree" Mills Jordan

THE RESPONSE TO THE WORD

†The Apostles’ Creed (unison) Grayson Glenn 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 , 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. †Hymn of Reflection "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise" Hymn #263

Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer Graham Cosby 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. Presentation of Tithes and Offerings Tate Bernard (There will be an opportunity for us to present our tithes and offerings to God as we leave the sanctuary. You may also text FIRSTSCOTS to 73256 or visit www.first-scots.org.) Offertory Anthem “Look at the World” John Rutter

†Doxology “Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow” Hymn No. 592 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

†Hymn of Commitment "For the Beauty of the Earth" Hymn #473

†Charge and Benediction Fordham Smith

†Benediction Response "Irish Blessing" Bob Chilcott

†Postlude "Fanfare" Kenneth Leighton (1929-1988) Zacchaeus

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Wednesday Night Suppers are temporarily postponed. We hope to be able to gather for indoor meals soon.

Tuesday Morning Men’s Study What’s Your Question for Today about Covid 19? Our Tuesday Men’s Bible Study meets in person at 7 a.m. For Answers Zoom with Drs. James and Chris Zoom will continue for everyone interested and will also Hawk on February 10, 7:30 p.m. begin at 7! Our Bible Study will continue with the book of If you haven’t heard too much already about Covid-19, Luke, and will take place while physically distanced inside join Drs. James and Chris Hawk as they present an update Molly Wier Hall and with masks! At this time, we are not on Covid-19 via Zoom on February 10 at 7:30 p.m. It serving breakfast so no need to RSVP. will be everything you wanted to know about where we’ve been and where we are in the pandemic, including Wednesday Night Service prevention, testing, treatment, and vaccines. Please submit Let’s spend Wednesdays together! You can worship here your questions ahead of time, and the speakers will try at the church in the Sanctuary from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. or to include in the talk. The program will be recorded and you can join us from home by way of live stream available for viewing later. Please send your questions www.First-Scots.org. All are invited to join us! and RSVP to Suzy Edwards ([email protected]) to receive the Zoom Link. Thursday Table Talk Thursday Table Talk will continue its study of the book Youth Group of Luke. For Zoom login information, please contact Susan Cocallas ([email protected]). Today is Youth Sunday!

A Journey Through Lent Today our youth are leading us in worship and their theme A season to prepare, repent and reflect on Christ’s is Trees. Following the service, our young people will be sacrifice for us. collecting non-perishable food items and monetary donations WHAT: Women’s Tuesday Night Bible study series by for One80 Place, as a part of the 2021 Souper Bowl of Caring. Redeemer Presbyterian’s Tim Keller of select Psalms Financial contributions can also be designated through our helping us in times of difficulty, self-examination and church’s website on the E-Giving page. Every donation spiritual dryness and inviting us to make our hearts ready will support those in our community who are in need of for remembering anew Jesus’ death and resurrection. shelter, food, and compassion. And this year Eastminster WHEN: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. beginning Tuesday February Presbyterian Church in Columbia will send One80 Place one 9 for seven weeks, ending March 23, 2021 dollar for every six dollars we raise, as a part of the Million WHERE: Two options: Meet In-Person at First (Scots) Dollar Challenge. Thanks for your support! wearing masks and social distancing OR via ZOOM. (Note: If fewer than 5 people sign-up In-Person, we will meet in a home to be announced) STUDY GUIDE: A Journey through Lent is available from christianbook.com for $5.99 (a few copies will be available from Suzy at church) RSVP: Indicate your preference for In-Person or ZOOM to Ruthie Edwards ([email protected]) Announcements

Christian Education Opportunities New Member Class Sunday School for Children, Youth, and Adults! Was one of your New Year’s Resolutions to become active All classes have resumed! in the church and join the membership? If so, plan now to attend a one day Inquiry Class on Saturday, February Children watch for the links to lessons in your weekly 20 starting at 9 a.m and ending before 11:30 a.m. Those Friday email. who would like to join the church may do so on Sunday, Middle School and Confirmation - watch for updates February 21. Please call Susan at the church office to from your teachers. If your 6 or 7th grader is not receiving reserve your spot at 843-722-8882. a letter or Sunday school information from the class teachers, please email Betsy Martin [email protected] to Coming Soon: Journey to Jerusalem be added to the list. First (Scots) is about to embark on a journey, a VIRTUAL High School - will not meet Feb 7 due to Youth Sunday journey to Jerusalem! God wants us to be well and whole. Adults - continue or resume your class schedule. Physical exercise is an important part of our wellness. So Dan Adams via zoom is walking in God’s way. We are more prepared for the Explorers’ via zoom and in person. journey if we walk with God, our family, and friends!Our Covenant Class- meets via zoom on Tuesday afternoons Journey to Jerusalem is a 6 week, multi-generational, at 4pm imaginary walk that encourages members of all ages Wired Word meets via zoom each week on Sunday and to increase their physical activity, spiritual growth and shared independent lessons via email. cultural awareness through a virtual tour to Jerusalem. It is a collective journey with faith and movement brought If anyone is not part of a Sunday school class and would to our church through the efforts of our Wellness and like to be, contact Suzy Edwards ([email protected]) Christian Education committees. This walk is one part of for more information. I’d love to get you connected! Being our Lenten offerings this year. The walk will start on Ash a part of a class is a great way to deepen your faith and Wednesday, February 17th, 2021 and end March 31, 2021. connect with others. We have a group of wonderfully gifted Watch for more details and information next week! teachers. Come, grow with us!

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For questions, please call Deanna in the church office at 843-722-8882. + + + Prior to the Service we celebrated the baptism of Elizabeth Blanding Palmer. Libba is the daughter of Christopher Palmer and Page Palmer. Administered by The Rev. Dr. James T. Rogers and assisting Elder, Hayley Carter. + + + The Flowers in the Sanctuary are given in honor of Elizabeth Blanding Palmer (Libba) and her baptism today, by her parents Page and Chris Palmer. + + + Our Service of Worship Extends Beyond the Walls of the Sanctuary in the form of video recording and livestreaming. Your presence with us today signifies consent to the possibility that your image may be included as part of our media broadcast. + + + Assisting with Service Today

Greeters: Ruthie Edwards, Hewitt McKenzie Ushers: Matt Spath (Captain), Mills Jordan (Youth Captain), Campbell Smith, Graham Cosby, Jack Orr, William White Deacons: David Topham (Lead Deacon), Ashley Nutley (Assisting Deacon), Patrick Dollason (Assisting Deacon), Beth Evans (Greeter) Beadle: Gabe Morrison Bell Ringer: Walker Glenn Bullletin Cover Artwork: Susan White

Pastor on Call (February 8 –February 14) The Rev. Tracey W. Daniel (843-640-5850) Elder on Call (February 8 –February 14) – Callie Stratos (843-860-8043) Deacon on Call (February 8 –February 14) – Dorothy Thaxton (843-813-5699)

+ + + Special thanks to all of the adult volunteers who assisted the youth in preparing for and leading Youth Sunday including: Keith Blake, Chris Bucknam, Hank Martin, Clarissa McKenzie, Ashley Nutley, Carrie Simpson, Matt Spath, and Janet White.

The Reverend Dr. L. Holton Siegling Jr., Senior Pastor The Reverend Dr. James T. Rogers, Associate Pastor The Reverend Tracey W. Daniel, Associate Pastor Stephen Ministry

SuzySuzy S. Edwards, S. Edwards, Director Director of Christian of Christian Education Education Daniel Sansone,Jermaine Director Thomas, of Music Sexton & Organist DeannaDeanna Barteet, Barteet, Church Church Administrator Administrator DanielRicard Sansone, Bordas, Director Director of of Music Choral & OrganistMusic ShelbyShelby Olinger, Olinger, Church Church Accountant Accountant RicardMeg Bordas, High, Director Children’s of ChoralChoirs Music MarilynMarilyn Stark, Stark, Financial Financial Assistant Assistant ChristinaMeg High,Wilhoit, Children’s Handbell Choirs Choir SusanSusan Cocallas, Cocallas, Administrative Administrative Assistant Assistant Megan ChristinaBoucher, Wilhoit,Middle SchoolHandbell Youth Choir Director Janelle LeDuc, Communications Coordinator Janelle LeDuc, Communications Coordinator MarthaMartha Harken, Harken, KindergartenKindergarten DirectorDirector Monica Mitchell, Sexton Nancy Hunsicker, Food Service Director Monica Mitchell, Sexton Nancy Hunsicker, Food Service Director Jermaine Thomas, Sexton

HOW TO CONTACT US: Phone: 843-722-8882, Web: www.first-scots.org First (Scots) Presbyterian Church 2020 Nominating Committee PRINCIPALS – CLASS OF 2020 ALTERNATES – CLASS OF 2021 FIRST (SCOTS) Margaret Bouch, Elder Callie Stratos, Elder PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH CALLED TO SERVE Lloyd Pearson, Elder Charles Jordan, Elder Dorothy Thaxton, Deacon Carmen Glenn, Deacon REQUEST FOR NOMINATIONS: In the Presbyterian Church we ordain men and women to Matt Spath, Deacon Shannon Ravenel, Deacon specific forms of service. The ordained offices of the church Joel Bateman, At Large Phillis Dickinson, At Large RULING ELDERS † DEACONS go back to the days of Moses, when God ordained 70 elders to Avery Burns, At Large Bert Hudnall, At Large AT-LARGE MEMBERS OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE share the work of ministry (Numbers 11:16-17), and also to the Anne Jackson, At Large Hank Martin, At Large Laura Anne Moore, At Large Jane McNeill, At Large first church in Jerusalem which ordained deacons to better serve the least of those in their community (Acts 6:1-6). Carrie Simpson, At Large J-Bo Wall, At Large Manning Unger, Youth Mille Garrett, Youth All are called to serve God in various ways with their gifts, and yet the church has set aside the offices of Ruling Elder,

Deacon, and Teaching Elder (Minister of Word and First (Scots) Presbyterian Church Ruling Elders (Session) Sacrament) to serve God’s Church through particular functions. Ordination as an Elder or a Deacon is not an honor CLASS OF 2021 CLASS OF 2022 CLASS OF 2023 conferred, nor does it make one holier or wiser; but rather it is Margaret McDonald Bouch Julius J. Anderson, Jr. Hayley Stewart Carter a confirmation of one’s calling to use his or her gifts for G. Robert George Wade Heaton Davis Robert Lambdin Dawson God’s church. Gregory Arthur Hider Leslie Morris Fellabom Ruth Walton Edwards Greer Cowden Hostetter Nancy Gardner Harley George Daniel Flynn God is calling new Ruling Elders and Deacons to serve our Elizabeth Fant Jones John Chrisman Hawk, III Nancy Anne Hanson congregation. The Church’s Nominating Committee is John Stevenson Metcalf Charles Milford Jordan, Jr. Steven Harth responsible for placing nominees for the offices of Deacon Bradley Sean Morrison Clarissa Crow McKenzie Linda Fleming Stout and Elder before the congregation. Please consider the Lloyd Arthur Pearson Carolyn Campbell Stratos Mark Kyle Zuraw requirements for Ruling Elder and Deacon, and, using the Graham Cosby (Youth) forms on the back of this paper, recommend members to serve who have demonstrated strong faith, dedicated discipleship and a love of Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. First (Scots) Presbyterian Church Deacons (Diaconate) The Nominating Committee will present their slate of CLASS OF 2021 CLASS OF 2022 CLASS OF 2023 nominees at a congregational meeting on Sunday, April 18th. Elizabeth Norene Evans Kathleen Ruth Davis Chantal N-Coombes Byrne Please keep their work in your thoughts and prayers! Rosa Rachel Herbert Julianne Farnsworth Emmie Aichele Dawson Rebecca Louise Key Johnson Carmen Gray Glenn Patrick Lanice Dollason Ashley Steele Nutley Benjamin Alan Hess Anne Hawk LeClercq Michelle Carey Parks John Edward Marko, Jr. Meredith Ashley Mason “Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are Rachel Ilene Remsburg Shannon Wilson Ravenel Hiral Sanjay Patel varieties of services, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of ac- Brent David Sausser Julienne Dougherty Smith Elizabeth Baggett Riddle Matthew Robert Spath William Thomas Dawson, III John Edward Robinson tivities, but it is the same God who activiates all of them in everyone.” First (Scots) Presbyterian Church Dorothy George Thaxton David William Topham Jeanne Garbee Slabaugh 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 53 Meeting Street Charles Milford Jordan III

Charleston, SC 29401 (youth)

OFFICE OF RULING ELDER OFFICE OF DEACON NOMINATING COMMITTEE (Class of 2024) (Class of 2024) (Member at-large, Class of 2023)

The Nominating Committee invites recommendations for nominees for the office of The Nominating Committee invites recommendations for nominees for the office of The Nominating Committee invites recommendations for nominees for “at-large” Ruling Elder using this form. Nominees for Elder should be regular worshippers and Deacon using this form. Nominees for Deacon should be regular worshippers and membership within the 2022/23 Nominating Committee. Candidates for the contributing members of First (Scots) Presbyterian Church, be actively engaged in contributing members of First (Scots) Presbyterian Church, be actively engaged in Nominating Committee shall be regular and contributing members of First (Scots) fellowship and service opportunities, shall have been members of our church family for fellowship and service opportunities, shall have been members of our church family for Presbyterian Church and shall also have been members for at least three years. They at least three years and not currently have a family member on the same council for at least three years and not currently have a family member on the same council for may not be in active service on the Session or Board of Deacons. You must ask your candidate if he or she is eligible and willing to serve if nominated and elected. Please which they are being nominated. It is not required that one has been a Deacon to be which they are being nominated. You must ask your candidate if he or she is eligible and share with your candidate that their nomination does not necessarily mean that they nominated as a Ruling Elder. You must ask your candidate if he or she is eligible and willing to serve a three year term if nominated and elected. will be called to serve at this time as there will likely be more nominees than the 5 at- willing to serve a three year term if nominated and elected. DEACON: A MINISTRY OF COMPASSION AND SERVICE large members (and 1 student at large member for the class of 2022) who will be asked ELDER: A MINISTRY OF DISCERNMENT AND GOVERNANCE “The ministry of deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of compassion, witness, and service, sharing in the to serve. “Congregations should elect persons of wisdom and maturity of faith, having demonstrated skills in redeeming love of Jesus Christ for the poor, the hungry, the sick, the lost, the friendless, the oppressed, leadership and being compassionate in spirit. Ruling elders are so named not because they ‘lord it over’ those burdened by unjust policies or structures or anyone in distress. Persons of spiritual character, honest Responsibility of the Nominating Committee: the congregation, but because they are chosen by the congregation to discern and measure its fidelity to repute, of exemplary lives, brotherly and sisterly love, sincere compassion, and sound judgement should be Place officer nominations before the congregation and other nominating duties as may the Word of God, and to strengthen and nurture its faith and life” (Book of Order, G-2.0301). chosen for this office” (Book of Order, G-2.0201). be assigned by the Session from time to time.

Responsibilities of a Ruling Elder: Responsibilities of a Deacon: I wish to nominate: • Participate in the “Officer Training Event” on Wednesday, April 28 and the • Participate in the “Officer Training Event” on Wednesday, April 28 and the Session Session examination on Monday, May 24. examination on Monday, May 24. • Attend in the service of Ordination/Installation on Sunday, June 27. • Attend in the service of Ordination/Installation on Sunday, June 27. 1.______• Faithfully watch over the people, providing for their worship, nurture and service, • Teach charity, urging concern, and directing the people’s help to the friendless and

i.e., Greeter, Communion Server, Elder on-call, etc.. those in need. • Share in governance and discipline, serving on the councils of the church, and in • Serve on the councils of the church and engage in other service opportunities, i.e., 2.______their ministry try to show the love of Jesus Christ. Usher, Offering Collector, Greeter, Deacon on-call, etc..

3.______I wish to nominate ______for the office of Elder.* I wish to nominate ______for the office of Deacon. (Name of prospective nominee) (Name of prospective nominee) *Please share with your candidate that their nomination does not necessarily mean that *Please share with your candidate that their nomination does not necessarily mean that 4.______they will be called to serve at this time as there will likely be more nominees than the 8 they will be called to serve at this time as there will likely be more nominees than the 9 Elders (and 1 student Elder) who will be asked to serve. Deacons (and 1 student Deacon) who will be asked to serve. I have asked this candidate if he/she is eligible and willing to serve if nominated: I have asked this candidate if he/she is eligible and willing to serve if nominated: 5.______Yes / No (circle one) Yes / No (circle one) Candidate’s contact information: ______(email) Candidate’s contact information: ______(email) 6.______(phone) ______(phone) In the space provided and in your own words, please share some qualifications of this In the space provided and in your own words, please share some qualifications of this I have asked this candidate if he/she is eligible and willing to serve if nominated: individual to serve as a Church Officer: individual to serve as a Church Officer: Yes / No (circle one) ______YOUR SIGNATURE:______

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Circle any ministry areas which you think may align with this person’s gifts: Circle any ministry areas which you think may align with this person’s gifts: Local Missions, World Missions, Evangelism, Property, Congregational Care, Worship, Local Missions, World Missions, Evangelism, Property, Congregational Care, Worship, Personnel, Finance, Stewardship, Fellowship, Christian Education Personnel, Finance, Stewardship, Fellowship, Christian Education

YOUR SIGNATURE:______YOUR SIGNATURE:______THE DEADLINE TO RECEIVE NOMINATIONS IS THE DEADLINE TO RECEIVE NOMINATIONS IS THE DEADLINE TO RECEIVE NOMINATIONS IS MONDAY, MARCH 1, 2021. MONDAY, MARCH 1, 2021. MONDAY, MARCH 1, 2021.