12TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
June 23, 2024 | 10:00am
GATHERING IN GOD’S NAME
Prelude
Adagio non troppo
Johann Georg Herzog (1822-1909)
Welcome
Rev. Clover Reuter Beal
Co-Pastor
*Call to Worship
Leader: Sing for joy, O heavens, and exult, O earth;
People: Break forth, O mountains, into singing!
Leader: In quietness and humility we come to worship God;
People: We wait for God. Our hope is in God, now and forever.
*Opening Hymn
44 Like a Mother Who Has Borne Us (Austin)
*Corporate Confession (Unison)
Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open,
all desires, known,
And from whom no secrets are hid:
Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts
by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit,
That we may perfectly love you and
worthily magnify your holy name;
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
*Assurance of God’s Love
*Response 279 Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove, Verse 1
*Passing of the Peace
LISTENING FOR GOD’S WORD
Word to the Children Rev. Bob Flory, Retired Chaplain
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 this service is livestreamed and your child’s image may appear on the video.
Anthem
O How Amiable
Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958)
Prayer for Illumination (Unison)
Lord, open our hearts and minds
By the power of your Holy Spirit,
That as the Scriptures are read
And your Word is proclaimed,
We may hear with joy
What you say to us today. Amen.
Scripture Lesson
Nehemiah 8:1-18 (Pew Bible Old Testament Page 402)
Response to Reading
Leader: Listen to the voice of the Spirit speaking to the Church.
People: Thanks be to God.
Sermon
The Word of the Lord: Weapon or Wisdom?
Rev. Clover Reuter Beal
Moment for Reflection
Musical Reflection
Sanctus
Franz Schubert (1797-1828)
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
475 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing (Nettleton)
SENDING IN GOD’S LOVE
*Charge and Benediction
Benediction Response
Postlude
“Fugue” from Fantasia and Fugue in G minor, BWV 542
J. S. Bach (1685-1750)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Guest Preacher: Rabbi Adam Morris
Next Sunday, June 30
Adam Morris has served as the rabbi at Temple Micah since 2003. Ordained in 1994, Rabbi ‘Mo’ has served communities from Nashville, Tennessee to Adelaide, South Australia. In March, he traveled to Israel/ Palestine on a dual narrative trip with MEJDI Tours.
What’s Happening at Montview?
Attend a Summer Social with Heartland Mental Health; sign up to be a Sunday Greeter; take part in the next Pathfinders’ meetup and more in our This Week @ Montview email. Click here to access the latest edition.
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Book Study: Healing the Heart of Democracy
Led by Adult Faith Formation Members
June 30 and July 14 | 11:00am (McCollum Room)
Join us today 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.
WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS
Preacher: Rev. Clover Reuter Beal
Liturgist: Rev. Bob Flory
Organ: Yinying Luo
Guest Conductor: Erin Pettitt
Reader: Ben Meyerhoff
Sound: RJ Mills
Video: John Goerner
Chorus: Summer Choir
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 this 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
JAM Departs for Ghost Ranch
Location: Church Parking Lot
9:30am – 11:30am
Childcare – Ages Birth-7
Location: Preschool Floor
Enter via the Commons past Heritage Center to the Education wing.
10:00am
Worship Service
Location: Sanctuary
11:00am
Fellowship Time
Location: South Plaza
PARISH NEWS
Prayer Tree
Tamara Brehm and Tanya Duffy families, mourning the death of their father, Robert Brehm; Eric Buchanan, brother of Ellen McDonough; Janelle Case; Everett Cordy, brother of Sylvia Cordy; The Duntley Family, mourning the death of Stephen’s father, Rev. Mark Duntley; Dana and Peter Franklin; Donna Fredrickson; Steve Hatlem, brother of Jenni Hatlem; Steve House; Tony, Debra and Charles Johnson, mourning the death of daughter and sister, Toni Johnson; Soren Kirk, great-nephew of Janet Wolfer, and his parents; Nik Levinsky; Rob Mathes, mourning the death of his mother, Jeri Mathes; Eden Murphy; Mac Murphy; Scot Sandoval, son of Juanita Martinez; Jewel Wegs; Janet Wolfer
Deaths
June 1 | Lois S. Ferguson
June 1 | Toni Johnson, daughter of Debra and Tony Johnson
Flower Dedication
The flowers in the chancel today are given to the glory of God in celebration of Pride.
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
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