Bulletin: July 31, 2022

Scripture Lesson
John 20:19-20; 24-28
(New Testament Pew Bible Page 101)

Sermon
Resurrecting Scars
Rev. Dr. Jason Hays

Musical Reflection
Nocturne No. 3 in G Minor, Op. 15  
Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849)

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.

*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
821  My Life Flows On  (How Can I Keep From Singing)

SENDING IN GOD’S LOVE

 

Postlude
Sonata in D Major, Hob. XVI:37, I. Allegro con brio  
Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809)

MINISTRY HIGHLIGHT – EARTH CARE MINISTRY

Montview’s Earth Care Team works to educate and inspire our congregation to care for Earth. Each year, they make the commitment to accomplish a specific number of actions toward caring for Earth through worship, education, facilities, and outreach. To learn more, visit their table on the Outdoor Plaza following today’s service.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Michael Gungor in Concert
August 14 | 7:00pm (in the Sanctuary)
Multi-grammy nominated musical artist Michael Gungor is best known for creating inclusive and eclectic spiritual music. From synthesizers to classical guitar, he  uses all of the tools at his disposal to create music that helps open the heart to the fullness and beauty of life.

What’s Happening at Montview?
Find out about Susan Spero’s Adult Faith Formation class, volunteering with Youth @ Montview, RTD’s program Zero Fare for Better Air, and much more in our This Week @ Montview email. Click here to access the latest edition.

Preacher: Rev. Dr. Jason Hays
Liturgist: Rev. Ian Cummins
Guest Piano/Organ: David Plank
Reader: Ellen Reath
Sound/Video: John Goerner
Livestream: Christine Hofstad

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

 

Prayer Tree
Steve Hetterich; Dianne Briscoe McKenzie and family, mourning the death of Gilbert McKenzie; The Meyerhoff and Sloth families, mourning the death of Sven Sloth, stepfather of Ben Meyerhoff; Mac Murphy; Dan Park; Bea Romer; The Thompson and Collins families, mourning the death of Tracey Thompson, nephew of Dolores Collins; Steve Warnke; Tim Will

Deaths
July 7 | Mary Murphy
July 4 | Rev. Gilbert McKenzie

Memorial Services
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.

WORSHIP SERVICE GREETERS
Greeters are needed for our 10:00am worship service each Sunday. Be a welcoming presence to congregants while handing out bulletins. Please arrive 15 minutes before each service. For more information, contact Cindy Austin at cindy@montview.org.

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.