PENTECOST SUNDAY
May 19 | 8:30 & 11:00am
GATHERING IN GOD’S NAME
Prelude
Excerpts from Chorale Variation on the theme of Veni Creator, Op. 4
Maurice Duruflé (1902-1986)
Welcome
Voices of the Spirit
*Gathering Hymn Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee, Verse 3 (Ode to Joy)
*Corporate Confession (Unison)
Almighty God,
You poured your Spirit upon gathered disciples
creating bold tongues, open ears,
and a new community of faith.
We confess that we hold back the force of
your Spirit among us.
Have mercy on us, O God.
Transform our timid lives by the power of your Spirit,
and fill us with a flaming desire to be
your faithful people.
Amen.
*Assurance of God’s Love
*Response Gloria
*Passing of the Peace
*Hymn
280 Come, O Spirit, Dwell Among Us (Ebenezer)
LISTENING FOR GOD’S WORD
Word to the Children
When the music begins, children are invited to gather on the chancel steps as we sing, “This is where children belong, part of our family, part of our song. Be with us, pray with us, help us grow strong: this is where children belong.” Please note that the 11:00am service is livestreamed and your child’s image may appear on the video.
Senior Recognition (Unison) (11:00am)
Rev. Amanda Osenga
Associate Pastor of Youth and Families
May God’s blessing rest on each one of you.
May God’s light shine on you, and make your path clear.
May hope carry you through the challenging times,
and gratitude be your response when life is good.
Anthem
Waiting (8:30am)
Lauren Daigle (b. 1991)
Alleluia (11:00am)
Paul Basler (b. 1963)
Prayer for Illumination (Unison)
May tongues of fire settle upon us,
wakening us to your Living Word. Amen.
Scripture Lesson
Acts 2:1-21 (Pew Bible New Testament Page 103)
Response to Reading
Leader: Listen to the voice of the Spirit speaking to the Church.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon
Celestial Wildness
Rev. Amanda Osenga
Moment for Reflection
Musical Reflection
Fix You (8:30am)
Berryman/Martin
O Clap Your Hands (11:00am)
Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958)
RESPONDING TO GOD’S GRACE
Offering Ourselves and Our Gifts
Making a financial gift makes Montview’s programs and ministries possible, including this worship service. You are invited to give generously at www.montview.org/giving or by texting a dollar amount to 720.452.6449. Offering boxes are stationed at the exit for cash and checks. We’re grateful for your support.
All are invited to sign and pass the Friendship Pad and greet each other by name.
*Prayer of Dedication (Unison)
God, you have so greatly loved us, long sought us, and mercifully redeemed us. Give us grace that in everything, we may yield ourselves, our wills and our works, a continual thank offering to you. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
*Response
607 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow (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 the People and The Lord’s Prayer (Unison)
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.
*Closing Hymn
300 We Are One in the Spirit (They’ll Know We Are Christians)
SENDING IN GOD’S LOVE
*Charge and Benediction
Benediction Response (11:00am)
The Lord Bless You and Keep You
Peter Lutkin (1858-1931)
Postlude
As (8:30am)
Stevie Wonder (b. 1950)
Excerpts from Chorale Variation on the theme of Veni Creator, Op. 4 (11:00am)
Maurice Duruflé
MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT: CASA DE PAZ
Casa de Paz welcomes people upon their release from the immigrant detention center in Aurora. They provide people with a free meal, toiletries, supplies, and logistic assistance to help them get to their next destination. To learn more about how to make a difference, visit their table in the Commons after today’s services!
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Book Study: Healing the Heart of Democracy
Led by Adult Faith Formation Members
June 2, 16, 30 and July 14 | 11:00am (McCollum Room)
Join us for a summer book study on Healing the Heart of Democracy: The Courage to Create a Politics Worthy of the Human Spirit by Parker J. Palmer. As we move toward the fall elections, this book can help us to step back from the daily political news and keep our sights on what we as citizens and people of faith can do to recover democracy’s heart.
UPCOMING EVENTS
What’s Happening at Montview?
Take part in the Summer Choir beginning on June 2; join a senior trip to see the Colorado Rockies; read a Nifty Ninety profile and more in our This Week @ Montview email. Click here to access the latest edition.
Listening Session
Today, May 19 | 9:30am (McCollum Room)
Join us today at 9:30am for a Listening Session about our Pastoral Transition in the McCollum Room. We’ll answer your questions about the transition and explain the new transition model we are following. Learn more at www.montview.org/leadership-transition.
Sunday Morning Summer Schedule
Next Sunday, May 26 | One Service at 10:00am
Our summer schedule will begin next Sunday, May 26. There will be one worship service at 10:00am and childcare from 9:30-11:30am. Following the 10:00am service, we’ll gather for fellowship time outside on the South Plaza.
WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS
Preacher: Rev. Amanda Osenga
Liturgists: Rev. Dr. Jason Hays and Rev. Dr. Lorraine Leist
Piano/Conductor: Adam Waite
Organ: Yinying Luo
Choir Ensemble: Jubilate Singers (8:30am)
French Horn: Susan Miller-Curley (11:00am)
Percussion: Dan Gasser (11:00am)
Reader: Heather Kerr (8:30am)
Reader: Kristin Weber (11:00am)
Sound: Cate Thieme
Video: John Goerner
Chorus: Westminster Choir (11:00am)
ABOUT THIS SERVICE
Assistive listening devices are available in the sound booth in the back of the sanctuary.
Restrooms are available in the Commons.
Childcare is available for ages Birth-7 on the Preschool floor.
Please note that the 11:00am worship service will be livestreamed to several social media platforms and your image may appear on the livestream video.
FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN
We are so glad your family is worshiping with us today. We also know that sometimes children tire of being in worship. We have a space for those times directly below the sanctuary. You can follow the service on a large screen there while your children enjoy toys, books and space. The greeters can direct you!
TODAY AT MONTVIEW
8:00am – 12:30pm
Childcare – Ages Birth-7
Location: Preschool Floor
Enter via the Commons past Heritage Center to the Education wing.
8:30am
Worship Service
Location: Sanctuary
9:30am
Listening Session
Location: McCollum Room
11:00am
Worship Service
Location: Sanctuary
12:00pm
Westminster Choir Picnic
Location: South Plaza
PARISH NEWS
Prayer Tree
Alex Adgate, daughter of John Adgate and Christina Carballal; Janelle Case; The Cummins Family; The Duntley Family, mourning the death of Stephen’s father, Rev. Mark Duntley; Steve Hatlem, brother of Jenni Hatlem; The Hodgson and Anton families, mourning the death of Jennifer Anton’s mother, Eva Hodgson; Steve House; Soren Kirk, great-nephew of Janet Wolfer, and his parents; Nik Levinsky; Jeri Mathes, mother of Rob Mathes; Eden Murphy; Mac Murphy; Dan Pilcher, mourning the death of his wife, Madie Gustafson; Scot Sandoval, son of Juanita Martinez; The Sibley Family, mourning the death of Cindy Beitmen; Marthanne Simons, mourning the death of her sister, Betty Jean Jarvis Martin; Jewel Wegs; Barbara Lovelace Williams, mourning the death of her husband, Clarence
Memorial Services
Bea Romer | May 25 at 2pm in the sanctuary
VISITORS
We are happy that you are worshiping with us today and invite you to learn more about Montview. Please fill out one of the Friendship Pads that are placed in the pews. Feel free to contact our office at 303.355.1651 or email todd@montview.org with
questions. Please come again.
MONTVIEW BOULEVARD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
1980 Dahlia Street, Denver, CO 80220
303.355.1651 | www.montview.org