Welcome to Shadyside Presbyterian Church We are grateful for your presence and invite you to participate in the worship, study, fellowship, and service of this congregation.
If you are a guest with us this morning, our ushers are available to assist you. Following worship, we invite those who are new to the church to join us under the ficus tree in the Sharp Atrium, where New Member Committee representatives will greet you and answer any questions you may have.
Nursery care is available for infants through three-year-olds during worship. Pagers are available. A cry room with an audio broadcast of worship is available downstairs in the Marks Room.
Children in Worship – At 11:00 a.m., families with two- and three-year-olds are welcome to report directly to the Nursery. Four-year-olds through second-graders attend worship and may exit with their teachers before the sermon to participate in children’s chapel worship and Christian education. (If you are a first-time guest, please accompany your child to the Chapel, and then you may return to the Sanctuary.) Parents should meet their children in the Christian education classrooms after worship. On the first Sunday of the month, first- and second-graders stay in worship through the entire service for Communion. A bulletin insert designed for children is available in the Narthex.
A video broadcast of worship is available in the Craig Room, accessible through the Narthex at the back of the Sanctuary.
Flower Ministry – After worship, members of the Board of Deacons’ Flower Ministry divide the chancel flowers into bouquets to be distributed to individuals who are celebrating joyous occasions and to those who could use some cheer. If you would like to deliver a bouquet to someone you know, please stop by the front of the Sanctuary after worship to receive one. Help us to share God’s love through flowers.
Prayer Request Cards – You are invited to write on a Prayer Request Card the names of those who are sick or in need of intercessory prayer.
Enlarged bulletins and individual listening devices for improved sound are available in the Narthex at the back of the Sanctuary. Please see an usher for assistance.
Fifth Avenue Parking – Parking on the inbound side of the block from Wilkins Avenue to Amberson Avenue is not available on Sunday mornings. Parking is available on the outbound side as well as both sides of Fifth Avenue from Amberson Avenue into Oakland. We appreciate your helpfulness utilizing these available parking areas on Sunday mornings.
Time of Fellowship immediately follows worship. Please join us after the service for light refreshments and an opportunity to greet each other.
! Please silence cellular phones and other mobile devices while in the Sanctuary.
2 Shadyside Presbyterian Church Order of Worship The service of worship begins with the music of the prelude. Through its power and brilliance, may you feel the majesty and glory of God; in its quietness, His peace.
Prelude Resurrection Larry King (1932–1990) Lament — The Rising — The Ecstasy — Reflection John Walker, organ The Lord Is My Light and My Salvation Frances Allitsen (1848–1912) SangGyu Choi, baritone; John Walker, organ
Call to worship The Reverend Lynn M. Portz Pastor: Blessed are those who have not seen, People: And yet have come to believe! Pastor: For Christ is risen. People: Christ is risen, indeed! All: Alleluia! Let us worship God!
s Hymn in procession 104 Christ Is Risen! Shout Hosanna! Hymn to Joy
s Prayer of adoration
Orison Harold Friedell Day by day, dear Lord, of Thee three things I pray: to see Thee more clearly, love Thee more dearly, follow Thee more nearly, day by day.
Prayer of confession (spoken in unison) Almighty God, in the resurrection of Jesus Christ You have shattered the power of sin and death. We confess that we do not always believe in this hope, and remain captive to doubt and fear. Forgive our dread of loss, our despair, and our anxiety about the future. Set us free for the joy of Christ who was dead but now lives, that we too might find new life in the service of His kingdom.
Silent confession
s Those who are able are invited to stand. Sunday, April 28, 2019 3 KYRIE Eleison (sung in unison) Mark A. Anderson
Assurance of pardon Believe the good news of the Gospel: In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. s Gloria Patri (sung in unison) Mark A. Anderson
Children who are participating in children’s worship activities are invited to leave through the Sharp Atrium door. (If you are a first-time guest, please accompany your child to the Chapel, and then you may return to the Sanctuary.)
WELCOME
Scripture The Reverend John F. Magnuson Psalm 118:14-24 page 565 of the Old Testament in the pew Bible The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Anthem Teach Me, O Lord Thomas Attwood Teach me, O Lord, the way of Thy statutes, and I shall keep it unto the end. Text: Psalm 119:33
4 Shadyside Presbyterian Church Scripture John 20:19-31 page 115 of the New Testament in the pew Bible The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
SERMON The Reverend Todd E. Leach Hidden Away s HYMN of Response 399 We Walk by Faith and Not by Sight Dunlap’s Creek s Affirmation OF FAITH The Apostles’ 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.
PASTORAL PRAYER and The Lord’s Prayer The Reverend Dr. John A. Dalles 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.
Offering Anthem Let All the World in Every Corner Sing Craig Phillips Let all the world in every corner sing, “My God and King!” The heavens are not too high; His praise may thither fly. The earth is not too low; His praises there may grow. Let all the world in every corner sing, “My God and King!” Let all the world in every corner sing, “My God and King!” The church with psalms must shout, no door can keep them out; but, above all, the heart must bear the longest part. Let all the world in every corner sing, “My God and King!” Text: George Herbert, The Temple, 1633 s Doxology Old Hundredth (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.
Sunday, April 28, 2019 5 s OFFERTORY PRAYER s HYMN 107 Celebrate with Joy and Singing Evelyn Chapel s BENEDICTION s Choral Response
POSTLUDE Fugue and Finale on Old Hundredth John Knowles Paine (1839–1906) John Walker, organ
Today in Shadyside Presbyterian Church
The flowers in the Sanctuary this morning are given to the glory of God and in honor of John Walker by the American Guild of Organists.
Acolytes for April – Dustin M. Cheeks and Chase Mooney
Ushers for April – Shannon L. Bunting, William E. Hunt, Sandra H. Miller, Martin E. Powell, Michael B. Schwerin, and Michael S. Wickerham. Coordinators: Randy C. Adams II, Mark G. Allston, Brigetta P. Del Re, Raymond P. Fitzsimmons, Elise A. Hunter, Percy M. Jackson, and Robert P. O’Neil.
About This Morning’s Music
We welcome to our service of worship today Dr. John Walker, former Minister of Music at Shadyside Presbyterian Church, and SangGyu Choi, baritone. Dr. Walker was Minister of Music from 1992 to 2004. He currently serves on the faculty of the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University, and is Minister of Music Emeritus at Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church in Baltimore. The offering anthem was composed in honor of Dr. Walker’s tenure as Minister of Music at Shadyside. Mr. Choi is a graduate of Yonsei University (Seoul) and Manhattan School of Music (New York). For many years, he has been choral director at YoungNak Presbyterian Church (Seoul), the largest Presbyterian congregation in the world. Mr. Choi is also Artistic Director of King’s College School Asia Foundation.
6 Shadyside Presbyterian Church Mission Partner Spotlight In 1924, Shadyside Presbyterian Church built a hospital in the Shantung Province of China. The hospital was part of a larger mission compound that was used as an internment camp during World War II. (Langdon Gilkey’s book, Shantung Compound, relates his experience in this internment camp.) This hospital is now a historical site, surrounded by Shadyside Park. In an attempt to renew and restore our relationships in this region, various teams from Shadyside have traveled to China, most recently in October 2015 for our fifth visit. Highlights of this relationship include exploring a historic culture, reliving our own history, and continuing discussions with a church in Wei Hei to enable us to walk alongside the growing Christianity of China. To join the efforts of the International Partnerships Mission Action Community (MAC), please contact the Reverend Todd E. Leach, Associate Pastor for Missions.
Daily Prayer Lectionary Readings ·········· April 28 – May 5 ··········
Sunday, April 28 Tuesday, April 30 Thursday, May 2 Saturday, May 4 Psalms 93; 150 Psalms 98; 146 Psalms 47; 147:12-20 Psalms 92; 149 Isaiah 43:8-13 Daniel 2:1-16 Daniel 2:31-49 Daniel 3:19-30 1 Peter 2:2-10 1 John 2:1-11 1 John 2:18-29 1 John 3:11-18 John 14:1-7 John 17:12-19 Luke 3:1-14 Luke 4:1-13
Monday, April 29 Wednesday, May 1 Friday, May 3 Sunday, May 5 Psalms 97; 145 Psalms 99; 147:1-11 Psalms 96; 148 Psalms 93; 150 Daniel 1:1-21 Daniel 2:17-30 Daniel 3:1-18 Daniel 4:1-18 1 John 1:1-10 1 John 2:12-17 1 John 3:1-10 1 Peter 4:7-11 John 17:1-11 John 17:20-26 Luke 3:15-22 John 21:15-25
Worship Schedule Change EECM Spring Food Collection
·········· Sunday, May 5, at 4:00 p.m. ·········· ·········· Sunday, May 19 ··········
Due to the Pittsburgh Marathon on Sunday, May 5, The Hunger and Homelessness Mission Action worship has been re-scheduled to 4:00 p.m. More Community (MAC) will distribute bags for information about the weekend appears on pages 8-9. donations to the EECM food pantry on Sundays, Christian Education classes resume Sunday, May 12. May 5 and 12. Please return filled bags on May 19.
Sunday, April 28, 2019 7 News and Notes Cookies for College Students – Shadyside Presbyterian Church’s Campus Ministry Mission Action Community (MAC) is gathering cookies to distribute to students in our continuing efforts to share love and encouragement during the stressful finals week for Carnegie Mellon University and Chatham University. Cookie donations will be collected in the Sharp Atrium during the Time of Fellowship following worship today, April 28, for distribution later this week. Would you like to help us spread the love on campus? Please contact Elder Vicki Potter through the church office for more information. An Invitation to Membership – On Monday, April 29, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m., learn what makes Shadyside Church unique at a new members’ orientation class. We will share about our ministries and mission, and help you find ways that you can add your gifts to our fellowship to serve Christ together. A light dinner will be served, and childcare is available during the class. New members will be welcomed during worship on Sunday, May 12. To register, please contact Kaysie Strickland in the church office. Grief Support Group – Shadyside Presbyterian Church offers a Grief Support Group designed to provide encouragement and a faith-centered perspective for those who have lost a loved one. The group meets regularly to discuss a variety of subjects that are important in the grief recovery process, including the range of emotions which grief brings, and resources for moving forward. Our next gathering occurs Tuesday, April 30, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Craig Room. New participants are always welcome to join; there is no cost to attend the group. For more information, please contact Rev. Lynn Portz. Young Adult Bible Study – Young adults and friends of Shadyside Presbyterian Church are invited to participate in our study of St. Paul’s Epistle to the Romans. We typically gather from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays in the Stamy Room. Our next meeting is Thursday, May 2. Join us as we continue to build community through study. For more information, please contact Rev. John Magnuson. Pittsburgh Marathon – As twenty-five members and friends of Shadyside Presbyterian Church prepare for the Pittsburgh Marathon on Sunday, May 5, the entire church is invited to run alongside them in a number of exciting ways. (Please sign up for marathon weekend festivities in the Sharp Atrium.) • Show Your Support – This year, we are again honored to be running with our local mission partner, Open Hand Ministries (OHM). Shadyside runners are raising funds to support OHM’s urban-renewal work in the Garfield and East Liberty communities. To support our runners financially, visit their pages at https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/open-hand-ministries-pittsburgh-marathon-2019. Please also keep the runners in your prayers. • Pasta Dinner and Pep Rally – Join the runners and meet our mission partner at a carbo-loading pasta dinner and pep rally on Friday, May 3, at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Please RSVP today. If you are interested in helping with the dinner, please contact Rev. John Magnuson. • Cheering and Orange Distribution – A “cheer station” will be set up near the church at the corner of Amberson and Fifth Avenues to hand out orange slices to runners from 7:30 to 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 5. We also need volunteers to cut nearly 200 pounds of oranges on Saturday, May 4, at 1:00 p.m. in the church kitchen.
8 Shadyside Presbyterian Church Important Worship Schedule Change: Sunday, May 5, at 4:00 p.m. – Due to the Pittsburgh Marathon, on Sunday, May 5, the service of worship has been re-scheduled to 4:00 p.m. (Christian Education classes will not be held at 9:45 a.m., and worship will not be held at 11:00 a.m.) The Reverend Dr. John A. Dalles will preach, and Communion will be served by intinction. Nursery care will be provided during the service. Marathon Weekend Farmer’s Market and Mission Mahi Food Truck – On Sunday, May 5, enjoy an outdoor time of fellowship as we are joined by Garfield Community Farm’s Mobile Market and Mission Mahi’s food truck. Our mission partner Garfield Farm will sell plants to start your summer garden, and Mission Mahi will sell fish tacos and fries, as well as grilled chicken and vegetarian options, for dinner. Please plan to stay after our afternoon service for fellowship outside! The Leaches in India – The Leach family appreciates that their journey to India was covered by the prayers of many people. Because of the interest expressed by congregation members, they will be sharing photos and stories of their experience following our afternoon service of worship on Sunday, May 5. If you are interested in attending, feel free to visit the food truck in the church driveway before joining them in the Hulme Room. Book Collection for Mothers of HOPE – The Foundation of HOPE empowers incarcerated and released individuals to restore their relationship with their God, rebuild their lives, and reconcile to their community. One aspect of this program is giving parents in the Allegheny County Jail an opportunity to read and record stories for their children. This not only is a service to the parents currently in jail, but also provides an outlet of love and support for their children as well. Please join us in providing new youth and children’s books, which the parents will then pass along to their children after recording. A collection basket is located by the Westminster Place entrance; book donations are welcome and appreciated at any time, but we extend a special invitation to consider participating in this collection as Mother’s Day approaches. Culinary Classes – Tie on an apron and join Chef Steven Bright in the Shadyside Presbyterian Church kitchen for one of two cooking classes on Tuesday, May 14, or Thursday, May 16, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. This hands-on workshop will focus on working with phyllo pastry, from strudel to baklava. Classes will be limited to groups of six in teams of two. Cost for the class is $15 per person. Please wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and tie back long hair. Bring your favorite apron, and let’s get cooking! Please register by signing up in the Sharp Atrium or contacting the church office. Annual Meetings – The annual meetings of the corporation and congregation of Shadyside Presbyterian Church will be held on Sunday, May 19, in the Sanctuary immediately following worship. Members are asked to remain so that we can accomplish the election of officers and handle other important business, including the election of a Pastor Nominating Committee. Extended childcare will be available for the duration of the meeting. An Evening with Rabbi Yossi Klein Halevi – On Monday, May 13, at 7:00 p.m., join us at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary to hear Rabbi Halevi, the author of Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor. This event is free with advance or at-the-door registration. If you are interested in reading the book along with us prior to the author’s visit to Pittsburgh, please contact Rev. Todd Leach through the church office to order a copy of the book. We hope you will consider joining the conversation.
Sunday, April 28, 2019 9 Presentation, Dinner, and Discussion – On Wednesday, May 22, Lauren Bairnsfather, Executive Director of the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh, will join us to share a presentation on the history of Jewish immigration to the United States, while also touching on the topic of antisemitism. In addition, we have invited the New Light Congregation of the Tree of Life Synagogue to join us for the presentation, which will be followed by a dinner discussion. Lauren will conclude her presentation by providing questions for table discussions, which will enable members of Shadyside Presbyterian Church to interact and build relationships with members of New Light. The dinner will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall and will conclude by 7:30 p.m. Please sign up in the Sharp Atrium or contact the church office. Strawberry Festival – Sponsored by the Board of Deacons, the 26th Annual Strawberry Festival occurs on Friday, June 7, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. and benefits Sojourner House, one of our mission partners. This community event offers fun, food, and entertainment for all. We are seeking volunteers to help staff the event as well as donations for the bake sale. Please sign up for these opportunities in the Sharp Atrium. Vacation Bible School – Registrations are now being accepted for Shadyside’s VBS program scheduled for June 17 through 21. Details and applications are available online at www.shadysidepres.org/vbs. For additional information, please contact Ellen Allston ([email protected]). Enrollment is limited, so please register soon. Prayer Request for Transition Process – The Representative Nominating Committee (RNC) wishes to thank the members of the congregation who submitted names for consideration to serve on our next Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC). The RNC has begun its work of identifying prospective PNC nominees and will begin contacting them soon to invite them to consider serving in this important role. The Session has asked the RNC to complete its work in time for the PNC nominees to be elected during the Annual Meeting on Sunday, May 19. Please keep the transition process and all who are engaged in it in your daily prayers. Midweek Vespers in the Chapel resume on Wednesday, September 11, at 7:00 p.m. Letters of joys and concerns are on the table in the Narthex. Please take time to sign the letters. Prayer Gatherings occur on Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., and on Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. You are invited to join us for a time of silent and spoken prayers, as we bring our concerns before God. If you cannot be with us in person, we encourage you to remember the congregation in your prayers at these same times. This is one of the many ways we can express our care for one another. PrayerNet complements our ongoing prayer groups by lifting up urgent prayer requests. If you or a loved one are in need of urgent prayer, or if you would like to become a PrayerNet prayer partner to help lift up these requests, email member Krissy Moehling at [email protected]. Confidentiality, if requested for names and/or situations, will be maintained. The Mini-Mouse – Sign up to receive our weekly e-newsletter by providing your email address when registering your attendance in the pew pad or by sending an email message to [email protected]. The Shadyside Presbyterian Church website, www.shadysidepres.org, provides additional information about the church’s many programs, activities, and events, as well as access to audio recordings of worship.
10 Shadyside Presbyterian Church Church Calendar ·········· April 28 – May 5 ·········· Today 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship in the Sanctuary April 28 11:20 a.m. Children’s Chapel (Preschool through 2nd Grade) 12:00 p.m. Time of Fellowship in the Sharp Atrium 12:00 p.m. Sunday Adventures in Music continues in the Chapel 12:15 p.m. Session in the Hulme Room 12:30 p.m. SPYS (Youth Group) in the Youth Room
MonDAY 6:00 p.m. New Member Orientation Class in the Hulme Room
TUESDAY 10:00 a.m. Morning Prayer Group in the Craig Room 6:00 p.m. Yoga in the Hulme Room 7:00 p.m. Grief Support Group in the Craig Room
WEDNESDAY 6:00 p.m. Board of Deacons in the Hulme Room
THURSDAY 5:30 p.m. Human Resources Committee in the Craig Room 6:00 p.m. Safety Committee in the Craig Room 7:00 p.m. Evening Prayer Group in the Walton Library 7:00 p.m. Young Adult Bible Study in the Stamy Room
Friday 6:00 p.m. Pittsburgh Marathon Pasta Party in the Parish Hall
Saturday 1:00 p.m. Pittsburgh Marathon Preparation (Orange Slicing) in the Kitchen
SUNDAY Marathon Sunday May 5 7:30 a.m. Cheering and Orange Distribution at the Corner of Fifth and Amberson Aves. 9:45 a.m. No Christian Education Classes 11:00 a.m. No Morning Worship 4:00 p.m. Afternoon Worship with Communion in the Sanctuary 4:20 p.m. Children’s Chapel (Preschool through Kindergarten) 4:45 p.m. Time of Fellowship in the Church Yard, with Garfield Community Farm’s Mobile Market and Mission Mahi’s Food Truck 5:00 p.m. Mission Presentation in the Hulme Room — The Leaches in India
Live Webcast Listen to a live audio stream of our service of worship at 11:00 a.m. on Sundays: www.shadysidepres.org/live Please share this link with friends and neighbors who may not be able to join us in person.
Sunday, April 28, 2019 11 Adult Christian Education ·········· Sundays at 9:45 a.m. ·········· On Sunday mornings, the Adult Christian Education Team invites you to gather in the Sharp Atrium at 9:30 a.m. for a time of fellowship and light refreshments before attending the study of your choice.
Adult Bible Study Topical Study May 12 through 26 May 12 through 26 in the Hulme Room in the Craig Room Through the Lens of Prophecy: The Liturgy of the Ordinary: A Study of Matthew’s Gospel Sacred Practices in Everyday Life, Led by Dr. Richard L. McGough III by Tish Harrison Warren Note: Due to the Pittsburgh Marathon, no Christian Education classes will be held at 9:45 a.m. on Sunday, May 5.
Church Staff John A. Dalles, Interim Senior Pastor and Head of Staff Stephen M. Donnelly, Associate for Children’s Music Todd E. Leach, Associate Pastor for Missions Education John F. Magnuson, Associate Pastor for Discipleship Della L. Ellard, Administrative Assistant Lynn M. Portz, Associate Pastor for Parish Life Ruth E. Garrett, Assistant to the Senior Pastor Ellen L. Allston, Director of Christian Education for Karen S. Jueng, Associate for Children’s Ministry Children’s Ministry Mary E. Lang, Director of the Nursery School Mark A. Anderson, Director of Music Ministry Sonja Lipski, Infant Ministry Robert K. Anderson, Head Sexton Dennis H. Martin, Sexton Peter F. Bodnar, Director of Communications Bobby C. Pack Jr., Sexton Jane M. Boyle, Director of Children’s Handbell Choir Nancy M. Shaytar, Director of Finance Emerita Steven M. Bright, Hospitality Coordinator Kaysie L. Strickland, Assistant to the Associate Pastors Judy A. Brust, Accountant Justin M. Wallace, Assistant Organist Robert A. Coder, Director of Finance
A Member of the Pittsburgh Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church (USA) Shadyside Presbyterian Church seeks to reflect God’s unconditional love as we proclaim, witness to, and celebrate the good news of Jesus Christ. We strive to be a worshiping, welcoming, learning, and serving community of faith that is comforted, challenged, and empowered by the Holy Spirit. 5121 Westminster Place n Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15232 n Phone: 412.682.4300 www.shadysidepres.org n www.facebook.com/ShadysidePresbyterian
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