Bulletin: July 10, 2022

Scripture Lesson
Psalm 25:1-12; 19-22
(Pew Bible Page 465)

Sermon
Soul Check
Amanda Osenga

Readings from Psalm 25
PULPIT: To You, O Love,
I lift up my soul! 
O Heart within my heart, 
in You I place my trust. 
Let me not feel unworthy; 
let fear not rule over me. 
Yes! May all who open their hearts 
savor You and bless the earth! 

LECTERN: Compel me to know your ways, O Love; 
instruct me upon your paths. 
Lead me in your truth, 
and teach me, 
for through You will I know 
wholeness; 
I shall reflect your Light 
both day and night.

I know of your mercy,
Blessed One, 
and of your unconditional Love; 
You have been with me 
from the beginning. 
Forgive the many times I have walked away from You 
choosing to follow my own will. 
I seek your guidance, once again, 
I yearn to know your Peace. 
Companion me as I open to your Will! 

You are gracious and just, 
O Spirit of Truth, 
happy to guide those who 
miss their way; 
You enjoy teaching all
who are open, 
all who choose to live in truth. 
your paths are loving and sure, 
O Holy One.
And those who give witness to You through their lives 
are blessed beyond measure. 

Turn to me, O Holy One, and
envelop me with your love,
for I am lonely and oppressed. 
Relieve the blocks in my heart 
that keep me separated from You; 
See all the darkness within me; 
fill it with your healing Light, 

Look at my pain and all my fears; 
they shut out love and life. 
Protect me and free me; 
let me not live as unworthy, 
for I would return Home to You. 

May integrity and wholeness
fill me as I dwell with You, 
O Loving Presence. 

ALL: May we, together, with the
angels and the company of heaven, 
help unfold your Plan 
for planet Earth. 

– Text from Praying with the Psalms by Nan Merrill

Musical Reflection
Cover Me, from Let The River Flow
Ike Sturm

RESPONDING TO GOD’S GRACE

Offering
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.

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.

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
434  Restore in Us, O God  (Baylor)

SENDING IN GOD’S LOVE

 

Postlude
Prelude in C
Edward Bairstow (1874-1946) 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Columbarium News
If you’ve visited the Montview columbarium lately, you’ve seen the gorgeous gardens in full bloom. A final resting place for interring the ashes of our loved ones, this sacred space also offers a quiet spot for prayer and reflection. Time and weather have taken a toll on many of the older nameplates along the columbarium wall, and we are beginning the process of replacing them with new plates made from an alloy that will age more gracefully. As always, we invite you to stop by the columbarium and enjoy the gardens at your leisure. If you have any questions, please reach out to Pastor Ian.

What’s Happening at Montview?

Find out about fundraising to purchase a car for Afghan families; this month’s Adult Faith Formation class, History and Mystery; learn more about our offerings for Youth and much more in our This Week @ Montview email. Click here to access the latest edition.

WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS

Preacher: Amanda Osenga
Liturgist: Rev. Dr. Jason Hays
Piano: Adam Waite
Organ: Barbara Hulac
Soloist: Phoebe Bawmann
Violin: Leena Waite
Bass: Steve Kennedy
Reader: Kate Williams
Sound: Cate Thieme
Video: John Goerner 

ABOUT THIS SERVICE
Masks are optional in the sanctuary.

Assistive listening devices are available in the sound booth in the back of the sanctuary.

Restrooms are available in the Westminster Commons. If you need accessibility assistance or help finding the restrooms, please see an usher.

 

Childcare is available for ages Birth-7 on the Preschool floor. Masks are optional. Enter and exit through the Montview Blvd. door on the north side of the building.

 

Please note that this worship service will be livestreamed to several social media platforms and your image may appear on the livestream video.

 

MONTVIEW CHURCH STAFF
Co-Pastors: Rev. Clover Reuter Beal and Rev. Ian Cummins
Minister of Music: Adam Waite
Minister of Children and Families: Sandy Prouty
Minister of Youth and Families: Amanda Osenga
Executive Director of Operations and Finance: Jason Hays
Director of Facilities: Bob Cloud
Director of Finance: Dan Gasser
Associate Minister of Music and Organist: Barbara Hulac
Administrative Coordinator: Beth Ellsworth
Membership Coordinator: Cindy Austin
Communications Coordinator: Christine Hofstad
Mission Life Coordinator: Jennifer Seward
Pastoral Care Ministry: Peter Hulac and Debby Sycamore
Sextons: Tony Johnson, Charles Johnson and Stewart Schoenthal
Sunday Morning Manager: Doug Easton

 

The Bawmann family, mourning the death of Brad Bawmann; Marie Cross, sister-in-law of Richelle Force; Steve Hetterich; Janet Karp, sister of Joan Rich; Linda Marrou-Cole; Kathy McDonnell, friend of Richelle Force; Dianne Briscoe McKenzie and family, mourning the death of Gilbert McKenzie; Mac Murphy; Dan Park; The Pruett family, mourning the death of Linda Pruett; Bea Romer; The Russell Family, mourning the death of David Russell; Steve Warnke; The Wehner family, mourning the death of Russ Wehner

Deaths
July 6 | Mary Murphy
July 4 | Rev. Gilbert McKenzie
June 25 | Madge Klassen
June 12 | Brad Bawmann
June 11 | David Russell

Memorial Services
July 17 at 11:00am | Ruth Norman (Reception Only)
August 12 at 2pm | Russ Wehner
August 26 at 11am | Rev. Gilbert McKenzie
September 21 at 11am | Linda Pruett
October 7 at 10:00am | Brad Bawmann

STATEMENT OF MISSION
We believe that the love of God surrounds us. Our call is to nurture this love in ourselves and each other. Through prayer, worship, education, outreach and mission, we seek to foster spiritual fulfillment, community, tolerance, peace, non-violence and social justice. We dedicate ourselves and our church to
follow the Spirit of Christ by word and deed.

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 Welcome Guest Cards that are distributed in the pews and place it on a plate near the exits when finished. Feel free to contact our office at 303.355.1651 or email cindy@montview.org with questions. Please come again.

WEEKLY EMAILS
Are you signed up to receive our weekly emails? If not, contact Christine Hofstad, Communications Coordinator, at christine@montview.org.

MONTVIEW BOULEVARD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
1980 Dahlia Street, Denver, CO 80220
303.355.1651 | www.montview.org

* Those who are able are invited to stand.