I believe in God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth;

and in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by

the Holy Ghost, born of the virgin Mary; suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended into hell;

the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended to

heaven and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father almighty;

from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church;

the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins;

the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.

OUR RESPONSE TO GOD

THE CONCERNS OF THE CHURCH (Please sign & pass the registration folder)

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

THE LORD’S PRAYER

OFFERTORY “Gentle As the Sea” (Stevens)

Flute: Jackie Tastor

Guitar: David Blackburn

* DOXOLOGY “Doxology” #815

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

O God, as the Holy Spirit fell on all who heard your word, so fill us as we come

before you in response to Christ’s gift of love. By your Spirit, enable us to bear

fruit and overcome the world with our faith. Accept our gifts as the first signs of

a bountiful harvest, and our commitment to labor on behalf of all your children.

Through our work, may they be led to believe in your word.

* CLOSING HYMN “My Faith Looks Up to Thee“ #539

* BENEDICTION

* POSTLUDE March from “Rinaldo” (Handel)

FIRST UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Rev. Mark Gabbard, Preaching

Liturgist - Earl and Tina Kay

Music - Kay E. Boyne

May 9, 2021 10:00 AM Worship Service

6th Sunday after Easter/Communion/Mother’s Day

OUR APPROACH TO GOD

PRELUDE “Air on the G String” (Bach)

Guitar: David Blackburn

Flute: Jackie Tastor

INTROIT “Come Just As You Are” (Sabolick)

CALL TO WORSHIP

Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and

sing praises.

We will sing praises to the Lord with the lyre and the sound of the horn.

Let the sea roar, and all that fills it; the world and those who live in it.

We will sing you a new song, O God, for the marvelous things you have done.

Let us worship God!

PRAYER OF PRAISE AND ADORATION

* HYMN “O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing” #21

* LITANY OF AFFIRMATION AND ASSURANCE

Every one who believes that Jesus is the Christ is a child of God, and every one

who loves the parent loves the child.

For this is the love of God, that we keep God’s commandments.

By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love the Lord and

obey God’s commandments.

For this is the love of God, that we keep God’s commandments.

For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that

overcomes the world, our faith.

For this is the love of God, that we keep God’s commandments.

Who overcomes the world? Those who believe that Jesus is the Christ.

For this is the love of God, that we keep God’s commandments. And God’s

commandments are not burdensome.

* GLORIA PATRI “Glory Be to the Father” #812

Glory be to the Father,

and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost,

As it was in the beginning,

is now and ever shall be world without end. Amen.

* PASSING OF THE PEACE

The peace of God be with you.

And also with you.

Greet one another in Peace.

ANTHEM “Mother’s Hands” (Frehner)

CHILDREN’S SERMON (children are dismissed to the Classrooms, for Sunday School)

THE WORD OF GOD

SCRIPTURE LESSONS

Acts 10:44 - 48 (page 113, NT)

I John 5: 1 - 6 (pages 213-214, NT)

John 15:9 – 17 (page 96, NT)

SERMON “My Joy”

* HYMN “Let Us Break Bread Together” #460

THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S TABLE

INVITATION

COMMUNION “Invitation to Communion” (Govenor)

* AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The Apostles’ Creed

Let us say what we believe.

The Apostles’ Creed

This Week’s Calendar

May 9, 2021 - May 16, 2021

Sunday, May 9 Monday, May 10

Mother’s Day 9:00 AM Early Coffee Hour (WR) 10:00 AM Worship/Communion Service 10:15 AM Sunday School

7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop #105 Meeting

Tuesday, May 11 Wednesday, May 12

9:30 AM Woman’s Bible Study

Thursday, May 13 Friday, May 14

9:30 AM Circle 3 Meeting (YR) 9:00 AM Men’s Bible Study

Saturday, May 15 Sunday, May 16

9:00 AM Early Coffee Hour (WR) 10:00 AM Worship Service 10:15 AM Sunday School

”Jesus said to him, “Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have come to believe.””

John 20:29 (NRSV)

C h u r c h S t a f f

We are happy to have you worshipping with us today. If you would like more information about us or are interested in becoming a member of our church family, please complete one of the Welcome cards found in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate. You may also contact the

church office, at 632-7771.

Sunday Worship 10:00 AM

(Children join the worship service for the first

15 minutes to hear the Children’s Sermon)

Sunday School 10:15 AM

K through 12th Grade

all meet in lower level classrooms

The nursery is available for your use during

the worship service.

An asterisk (*) preceding a service element

indicates the congregation should stand.

Bold indicates congregation participation.

T o O u r V i s i t o r s

The Purpose of the First United Presbyterian Church is to:

Invite people to know and glorify God Grow together as followers of Christ

Serve others through the power of the Holy Spirit

Hearing Assistance

is now available. For those who would like to use a receiver, please ask an Usher for

assistance.

Minister

Rev. Mark D. Gabbard

pastor@soopresbyterian.org

Commissioned

Ruling Elder Brenda Ransom

Clerk of Session Jessica Kuenzer

President of Trustees Michael Lussier

Chairman of

Deacons Jeanne Shibley

Music Director/

Organist Kay E. Boyne

Financial/Admin. Assistant

Denise Goldade office@soopresbyterian.org

Sexton Jeremy Witte

Church Office Hours: 8:00 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.

and 12:00 P.M. to 2:30 P.M.

(Monday through Friday)

Church Website: www.soopresbyterian.org

Please Silence

All cell phones &

pagers prior to

worship service.

VISITORS, WELCOME TO THE FIRST UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH! We pray you’ll be nourished in faith as you hear God’s message for you. Jesus welcomed everyone; that is our aim, too. Whether you’re here for the first time or the thousandth, we count ourselves blessed by your presence. Persons interested in more information about First United Presbyterian Church, or in joining this congregation, are invited to fill out a ‘Welcome’ card found in the pews, or call the church office at 632-7771. Please be sure to sign our Guest Book, near the entrance to the Sanctuary. Thank you for worshiping with us today.

PRAYER REQUESTS ... We have Prayer Request slips available in the narthex, near the sanctuary doors. If you would like to request prayers today, please fill out a slip and hand it to one of the ushers prior to the service.

RIDES TO CHURCH ... If anyone needs a ride to church, please call the church office (632-7771) before Friday of each week, and the deacons will arrange a pick up time.

2021 PRESBYTERY CAMP ANNOUNCEMENT … Presbytery Point Camp is committed to opening in 2021 to the fullest extent deemed safe. PPC will be working with local and state governments to do so. PPC is now accepting registrations. As the Spring progresses, we will adjust our plans as rules and regulations are published by the local and state governments as they pertain to the 2021 summer season. As with previous years, FUPC will contribute half of the camp cost. If more financial help is needed pleas contact the office.

CIRCLE 3 MEETING … Circle 3 will meet this Thursday, May 13th at 9:30 AM in the Youth Room.

LADIES COFFEE HOUR AND PW MEETING … The next meeting will be on Tuesday, May 18th at 9:30 am. Come and enjoy a morning of fellowship in the Social Hall.

IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS THIS WEEK We encourage you to remember these people in your prayers throughout the coming week:

Charles Porter, Jon Burgess (illness), Jeffrey Burgess (illness), Carolyn Shaw, Joyce Pines, Debbie Stover, Della Porter, Scott Kallemeyn,

Shelby Myers, Andrea Klier, Donna LaPlaunt, Patricia Farnhill, Jennifer Veum, Matilynn Strange, Geraldine Carnahan, Gina Gough, Sandy Shaw, Dave & Leslie Henderson, Tom Woodgate, Jane Kellan, William Kellan,

Lillian Donelson, Tara Jean Brody, Wendy (Menard) James, all members of missionaries and the U.S. Armed Forces.

Please keep us up to date on your prayer request.

If you would to add individuals to the prayer list or your prayers have been answered and you would like to be removed from the list, please contact the office

DEACON’S NOTE … We know there is a need for food, but reaching those in need has been difficult. More agencies and funds have been available for food since COVID became part of our daily vocabulary. However, it seems we are not reaching those who need it most. We look to you for suggestions and getting the word out. Or perhaps you know of someone who could use a bag of groceries and some meat. Please contact a Deacon or the church office to help us provide a meal for someone. We distribute on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month from 4-6 pm. Bags are also available from Denise in the office.

MONTHLY MISSION PROJECT ... During the month of May, the Wednesday morning Bible Study group will be collect donations for the Sault Area Middle School “Kidz Kloset”. This closet houses both clothing and food items for students in need. Presently, the greatest need is for the following food items … all non-expired, non-perishable:

-Ramen Noodles -canned pasta -canned soups -Chef Boyardee -canned chicken -canned tuna -pasta -rice -Easy Mac/Cheese -canned veggies -canned fruit -fruit cups -applesauce cups -instant oatmeal -small cereals packs -cereal/granola bars -poptarts -snacks -individual cracker packs

FUPC MEETINGS … Both Session and Trustees will be meeting on Monday, May 17th at 5:30 PM. The Deacons will meet Sunday, May 16th after the Worship Service.

RECOGNITION SUNDAY … Recognition Sunday/Graduate Recognition Sunday May 23, 2021. We will recognize our Graduating Seniors. If you have a student graduating please provide their name and information to the church office by May 14, 2021 or email it to office@soopresbyterian.org.

SERVING US THIS WEEK Greeters: Lee Mason and Connie Lawrence

Ushers: Ron Meister, David Bernier, Fred Michels, Roger Roe, & Paul SabourinSoup Kitchen: - NA

SERVING US NEXT WEEK

Greeters: Lee Mason and Connie Lawrence Ushers: Charlie Zane, Margaret Money, Alegra Soorus, & Audrey Zane

Soup Kitchen: - NA

Sunday School Attendance: 2

Attendance 05/02/21 week: 58 05/02/21 week’s offering: $3,883

Year-to-04/30/21 offerings: $51,430 Year-to-04/30/21 expenses: $56,139