SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY †PRAYER OF CONFESSION (unison) SCOTTISH HERITAGE SUNDAY O God, we confess to Thee the wrong ideals and sinful living which have cut us off from you. We have been greedy. We have sought to hide behind barricades of selfishness. We have tried to isolate SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2019 8:45 AM & 11:15 AM SERVICES ourselves from the wounds of the world. In our self-sufficiency, we have not sought your help. We THE VISION OF GOD have wasted time while the world bled. We have sought to solve our differences only through PRELUDE Praeludium in D Major (BuxWV 130) Dietrich Buxtehude (1637-1707) self-interest. Lord God of Hosts, forgive us, we pray. O God, by Thy guidance and Thy power, may (May the beginning of the prelude serve as a call to silent meditation and prayer.) we be keenly sensitive to all the unresolved injustice and wrong still in our midst. Hear this our prayer, and grant that we may confidently expect to see it answered in our time; through Jesus WELCOME AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCIPLESHIP The Rev. Dr. L. Holton Siegling Jr. Christ, our Lord. Amen.2 (Please sign and pass Friendship Registry) SSURANCE OF ARDON MINUTE FOR MISSION Music Daniel Sansone †A P †PASSING OF THE PEACE †GLORIA PATRI “Glory be to the Father” Hymn No. 579 Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; INTROIT “I Will Worship The Lord” John Rutter As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen. Kirk Choir †CALL TO WORSHIP Mrs. Suzy S. Edwards +†CHILDREN’S HYMN “How Firm a Foundation” (verse 1) Hymn No. 361 Leader: O Lord, strengthen our faith; How firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord, People: kindle it in eagerness and love toward you, and our neighbors, for your sake. Is laid for your faith in God’s excellent Word! Leader: Suffer us not to receive your word in vain any longer; What more can be said than to you God hath said, People: but grant us always the assistance of your grace and Holy Spirit, that in heart, word, and To you who for refuge to Jesus have fled? deed, we may sanctify and worship your name. (All children are invited to come forward for a time of worship during the singing of this hymn.) Leader: Help us to amplify and increase your kingdom; People: that whatever may come our way, we may be content with your good pleasure and will. THE TIME FOR CHILDREN Leader: Let us not lack the thing without which we cannot serve you; THE TIME FOR TEENS People: but so bless all the works of our hands that we may have what we need to be helpful and 1 not hurtful unto others. THE WORD OF GOD PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION (8:45 a.m.) Mr. John Paisley †PROCESSION OF THE TARTANS “Highland Cathedral” Organ & Bagpipe (11:15 a.m.) The Much Hon. D. W. Paisley of Westerlea †BLESSING OF THE TARTANS THE WORD READ Old Testament: Psalm 23 (KJV) (pew Bible, page 435) Leader: Raise the Tartans! New Testament: Matthew 3 (pew Bible, page 784) (Banner Bearers lift high their tartans.) On behalf of all clans represented here. Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: We raise these tartans before Almighty God in gratitude for our heritage and pray God’s People: Thanks be to God. blessing on His servant people in all lands. THE WORD PROCLAIMED “HEADS, HANDS AND HEARTS” The Rev. Peter Sutton Leader: Eternal God, Our Father, bless these symbols of heritage, and grant that those who wear them, and the families they represent, may do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with you; through THE RESPONSE TO THE WORD the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. †THE AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (unison) The Rev. Dr. L. Holton Siegling Jr. People: We proclaim that we are all united in the covenant of Jesus Christ for there is but one We confess and acknowledge one God alone, to Whom alone we must cleave, Whom alone we must Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of us all. serve, Whom only we must worship, and in Whom alone we put our trust. Who is eternal, infinite, (The Banners are posted.) immeasurable, incomprehensible, omnipotent, invisible; one in substance and yet distinct in three persons, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost. By Whom we confess and believe all things in +†MORNING HYMN “Praise Ye the Lord, the Almighty” Hymn No. 482 heaven and earth, visible and invisible, to have been created, to be retained in their being, and to be 3 †PRAYER OF ADORATION ruled and guided by His providence, and to the manifestation of His own glory. THE CONFESSION OF SIN †HYMN OF REFLECTION “Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound” Hymn No. 280 †CALL TO CONFESSION (A pause for silent confession follows.) 2 From a prayer by Peter Marshall (b. Scotland 1902), originator of the service of the Kirkin’ o’ Tartan in the United States 1 From a prayer by John Knox (d. 1572), founder of the Church of Scotland (Presbyterian) 3 From The Scots Confession of 1560 †Those who are able, please stand. + Those arriving for worship are invited to take their seats at this time. †Those who are able, please stand. PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND LORD’S PRAYER Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on FIRST (SCOTS) PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our 53 Meeting Street, Charleston, South Carolina 29401 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. SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS SCOTTISH HERITAGE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2019 OFFERTORY ANTHEM “A Scottish Blessing” David Blackwell (A Scottish Blessing lyrics can be found on the back page of today’s announcements insert.) †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 “Lead On, O King Eternal” Hymn No. 447 †CHARGE AND BENEDICTION †BENEDICTION RESPONSE “A Gaelic Blessing” John Rutter †RECESSION OF THE TARTANS †GREETING OF FELLOW WORSHIPERS †POSTLUDE Carillon (from 24 pieces in free style) Louis Vierne (1870-1937) + + + TODAY WE WELCOME GUEST MUSICIAN, Jessica Hull-Dambaugh (Flutist). + + + THE FLOWERS IN THE SANCTUARY are given to the Glory of God and in in memory of Russell H. Stout, Jr. by Linda Stout. + + + ALL MEMBERS AND GUESTS are invited to our Scottish Heritage Reception in Molly Wier Hall following each service. Our Deacon serving as greeter today is Matt Spath. + + + 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. + + + FIRST (SCOTS) PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH STAFF The Reverend Dr. L. Holton Siegling Jr., Senior Pastor The Reverend Dr. James T. Rogers, Associate Pastor THE REV. DR. L. HOLTON SIEGLING JR. THE REV. DR. JAMES T. ROGERS The Reverend Arthur S. Gatewood, Parish Associate for Pastoral Care SENIOR PASTOR ASSOCIATE PASTOR The Reverend Dr. J. Phillips Noble, Pastor Emeritus Daniel Sansone, Director of Music & Organist Meg High, Children’s Choirs Ricard Bordas, Director of Choral Music Christina Wilhoit, Handbell Choir Suzy S. Edwards, Director of Christian Education Marilyn Stark, Financial Assistant THE REV. ARTHUR S. GATEWOOD THE REV. DR. J. PHILLIPS NOBLE Deanna Barteet, Church Administrator Megan Boucher, Middle School Youth Director PARISH ASSOCIATE FOR PASTORAL CARE PASTOR EMERITUS Susan Cocallas, Administrative Assistant Saye Simpson, Youth Ministry Assistant Terri Reno, Pastors’ Administrator Martha Harken, Kindergarten Director Cierra Christian, Publications Nancy Hunsicker, Food Services Director Peggy Inabinet, Administrative Assistant Monica Mitchell, Sexton Stephen Ministry Shelby Olinger, Church Accountant Serving God in Charleston and the world. HOW TO CONTACT US: Phone: 843-722-8882, Fax: 843-805-6621, Email: [email protected], Web: www.first-scots.org Organized 1731 WELCOME TO FIRST (SCOTS) PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2019 SCOTTISH HERITAGE SUNDAY MISSION & OUTREACH HOSPITALITY Scottish Heritage Receptions God’s Gift Shop Needs Volunteers WE WELCOME YOU TO WORSHIP TODAY! Members and THIS WEEK AT FIRST (SCOTS) Today is the day! It’s the 47th annual Kirkin’ O’ the God's Gift Shop is looking for a few helpers. Can you frequent guests are asked to sign the Friendship Registry during UNDAY OVEMBER the welcome and announcements. First-time guests or those Tartan. Today we welcome the Rev. Peter Sutton, of the S , N 3 help one Sunday (or Wednesday night supper) this Scottish Heritage Sunday interested in joining are asked to record their mailing address, Parish Church of St. Cuthbert in Scotland (read his brief December? If so, please let Brenda Dukes, our 8:45 a.m. Worship email address, and telephone number. biography in the special Scottish heritage insert in your Volunteer Coordinator, know. Contact her to sign up for 9:30 a.m. Reception NURSERIES ARE AVAILABLE DURING bulletin). Following both services, please plan to stop by a specific day and time. 10:00 a.m. Confirmation Class (KH) 10:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. Sunday School THE WORSHIP SERVICE Molly Wier Hall to enjoy some Scottish snacks and 11:15 a.m.