First United Presbyterian Church

4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 30, 2011
Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors

(*Please stand in body or in spirit)

Thought for Meditation: Blessings abound for the people of God! The poor in spirit are rich; theirs is
the kingdom of heaven. The meek inherit the earth; the merciful obtain mercy. Peacemakers are
children of God, imitating their heavenly parent. And those who search for righteousness find
fulfillment in their quest. In spite of persecution and slander, gladness and joy are proclaimed. For
such is the nature of God’s reign in our midst.

We Gather In God’s Name

Prelude Meditation on “Picardy” Leo Sowerby

Words of Welcome and Signing of Friendship Pads

Please add your name to the pad you will find at the end of each pew and pass it along your row so that we
can know each other by name.

*Call to Worship
(From Psalm 15)
O Lord, who may abide in your tent? Who may dwell on your holy hill?
Those who walk blamelessly, and do what is right; and speak the truth from their heart.
Those who do not slander with their tongue, and do no evil to their friends.
Those who do these things shall never be moved.
Let us worship God!

*Hymn # 11 O Lord, How Shall I Meet You? VALET WILL ICH DIR GEBEN Verse 1: All
*generally women and children
Verse 2: Treble Voices*
Verse 3: All
Call to Confession
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we confess our
sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. In
humility and faith let us confess our sin to God.

Prayer of Confession

God of mercy, we confess that we rely on our own wisdom rather than on yours; we trust our
own strength instead of your holy power. We are surprised to find that we are foolish and
weak and try to hide the truth from ourselves, from others, and from you. Forgive us that we
might trust in your goodness alone, and relying on your power, seek your will, doing justice,
showing mercy, and walking humbly with you.

~ Silent prayers ~
The Gift of Forgiveness
Blessings abound for the people of God! The poor in spirit are rich; theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
The meek inherit the earth; the merciful obtain mercy. Peacemakers are children of God, imitating
their heavenly parent. And those who search for righteousness find fulfillment in their quest. In
spite of persecution and slander, gladness and joy are proclaimed. Such occurs when Christ
intercedes on our behalf.

Thanks be to God! In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven!

*Response - Sing the Faith # 2007

Holy, Holy, Holy SANTO

*Peace
Since God has forgiven us in Jesus Christ, let us forgive one another.
The peace of Christ be with you all.
And also with you.
Worshippers are invited to greet one another with the words,
“The peace of Christ be with you.”

We Proclaim God’s Word

Time with the Children

Children may pick up clipboards at the front of the sanctuary after the announcements. Please return them to
their boxes after worship.

Anthem Blest are the pure in Heart H. Walford Davies

Blest are the pure in heart,

For they shall see our God:
The secret of the Lord is theirs,
Their soul is Christ’s abode.

Still to the lowly soul

He doth impart,
And for His dwelling and His throne
Chooseth the pure in heart.

Prayer of Illumination

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament Lesson Micah 6:1-8 O.T. page 866

Epistle Lesson 1Corinthians 1:18-31 N.T. page 166
Gospel Lesson Matthew 5:1-12 N.T. page 4
Sermon “Blessed Are You”

*Hymn # 374 Lord, Make Us Servants of Your Peace DICKINSON COLLEGE

Verse 1: Choir
Verses 2-5: All

We Respond to God’s Word

Sharing of Joys and Concerns

Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer

The Presbyterian Hymnal page 16

Offering Our Gifts and Ourselves

Offertory

*Response Doxology LASST UNS ERFREUEN

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;

Praise Christ, all people here below;
O, praise God, Alleluia!
Praise Holy Spirit evermore;
Praise Triune God, whom we adore.
O, praise God, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!

*Prayer of Dedication

We offer but a portion of the bounty that you bestow, O God. Receive our gifts as we seek to
walk in your way. Where justice is sought, use these gifts to bring Christ’s liberating word.
Where there is pain, may they bring the healing of Christ’s love. Where there is want, let
them assure others that you know of their needs before they are voiced. Continue to
enhance what we give to you, as we become more obedient to Christ’s will for our lives.
Amen.
 We Go in God’s Name
*Charge and Blessing

POSTLUDE: Piece d’Orgue J.S. Bach

You may quietly exit during the postlude or you may remain seated for the playing of the postlude.
All are invited to the Social Hall for a time of fellowship and refreshment.
Today’s reader is: Peggy Drew

Readers for the following month are:

Feb. 6 – Dave Lanoue Feb. 20 – Gavin Crobok
Feb. 13 – Courtney Savaria Feb. 27 – Miriam Parmelee

What will be the next sermon topic?

February 6th – “Salt & Light” Scriptures: Isaiah 58:1-9a; Psalm 112:1-9; 1 Corinthians 2:1-12;
Matthew 5:13-20

Prayers of the People – January 23, 2011

• Please pray Lois Jensen as she takes loving care of her mother and her mother’s affairs at the
time of her death.
• Please continue prayers for Judy Moyer and her family as her brother continues his difficult
journey.
• Prayers for all of those in our congregation and throughout the world who are grieving or going
through dark valleys at this time.
• Heard from a high school friend the other night. His 6 year old granddaughter is in stage 4
cancer. Her name is Cassidy. Please pray for her and her family.
• Heard from another high school friend last night. She and her family had a car fire yesterday
(1/22/11) morning. They made it out of the car safely. Please pray for Darlene and her family.
• From Bonnie McCaig: Prayers of thanksgiving and praise to Jesus, our Lord and Savior for a
positive prognosis for my sister Janet after her breast cancer surgery. Please continue prayers
for her as she completes her treatment with radiation tomorrow through this coming Friday.
• From Dana Parker: Prayer for Hannah Hughes niece of a co-worker recently diagnosed with
Leukemia.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
January 30, 2011
Welcome To First United! It is a joy that you have chosen to enrich this worshipping community with
your presence this morning. We hope you find a spiritual home here, a place of love, support and
service. Following worship, you are cordially invited to gather with the community for a time of
refreshment and conversation in Fellowship Hall.
FUPC Remains a NUT FREE FACILITY: I would like to remind everyone that First United has been a
Nut Free Building for quite some time. It is especially important as a new child will be joining Unity
Sunshine Pre-School that has an AIRBORNE nut allergy. I ask that we continue to be mindful that the
pre-school uses our kitchen. Thank you for your support in keeping the building a safe environment for
the children who use our facility. Debbie Brown
Special Thanks to our Coffee Hour Hosts for January and February!
Jan. 30 Karen Harpe Feb. 20 Pat Somerscales
Feb. 6 Lois Jensen Feb. 27 Jennifer Nelson
Feb. 13 Marsha Mintz-Botsford
March – Can you help? No one has signed up yet so all dates are free. Sign-up board is in the Social
Hall.
Bible Study Every Wednesday Night at 6:30: Bible Study conducted by Interim Pastor Jacquelyn
Pinkowski in the Rose Room. The focus will be on the scriptures for the following Sunday’s scripture
lessons.
Organized Rhythm: The Eastern NY Chapter of the American Guild of Organists (AGO) will be hosting
the highly acclaimed percussion/organ duo, Organized Rhythm, at Union College Memorial Chapel on
Wednesday, February 16, 7:30 pm. They will perform Bach, Saint-Saëns, and more. Admission is $10,
Students/Seniors $7. Tickets at the door. Go to www.organizedrhythm.com to read about them.

Music of the Underground Railroad: In celebration of Black History Month, First United Methodist
Church, Schenectady (603 State) presents Kim and Reggie Harris in Concert on Sunday, February 13,
3 pm. Concert is free. http://www.gbgm-umc.org/Schenectady.

“Inn From the Cold” with Joseph’s House Needs Volunteers: A homeless shelter, has some
guests stay overnight at local churches, etc, in the colder months – called “Inn From the Cold”. There is
a need for volunteers to assist the staff for these overnights. If you want to hear more about this
program, let our church office know or call John Husson 233-0847. (FUPC will host the IFC in
February)

The Blind Artists Society’s 3rd Annual Exhibition: January 10th - February 25th - at The Chapel and
Cultural Center at RPI (2125 Burdett Avenue, Troy, NY)– Artists Opening Reception February 3rd.
Flowers for the Sanctuary: The flower chart for 2011 is in the back of the church and/or in the
Fellowship Hall. There are many dates available for you to make a request. Feel free to put your name
on any blank space, then let Pat Carlson know via email to plcarl@verizon.net or telephone (518)273-
8610. This is a wonderful way to remember someone or celebrate a special occasion in your life.

FAITH EDUCATION NOTES

Session has approved Faith Education through the month of May during worship. The dates for
February are the 6th, 13th, and the 27th. The 20th they will join the regular service.
Souper Bowl of Caring: Our youth will hold soup pots at church doors on Souper Bowl of Caring
Sunday, February 6th, 2011. They will join young people in churches across the country to collect
money for those who are hungry and hurting. In 2010, $10 Million was collected by Souper Bowl of
Caring participants for local charities. All of the money collected is donated to The Troy Larger Parish
Food Pantry – none of the money is sent to the Souper Bowl of Caring headquarters. Since the
Souper Bowl of Caring began in 1990, more than $71 million has gone to help people on need. Please
support the youth of our church in this effort to “love our neighbors” by dropping your dollar in the soup
pot on February 6th.

Children are invited to attend Adult Education during the month of February: Adult Ed is holding
sessions on Black History Month the whole month of February and children are invited to attend with
their parents or guardians. Younger children whose parents will be staying will be supervised in the
nursery.

ADULT EDUCATION

January 30 - Will Hannah, a Bereavement Counselor with Rensselaer County Hospice will present a
program on grieving. What is grief? How do we navigate it?

Adult Education Class celebrates Black History Month

Come and celebrate the rich heritage, accomplishments and unwavering faith that exists in the African
American community. Together with Dana Parker and Fran Oakes, we will discuss texts, view movies
and participate in various activities intended to honor Black History Month. Let's unite, collaborate, lift
every voice, and sing out with pride in learning something new. The schedule is as follows:
 Week 1~2/6- Anniversary of the Civil War: how far have we traveled on the road of freedom in
history?
Week 2~2/13- Local events/Heroes and Heroines of the Underground Railroad
Week 3~ 2/20- Video from the Teaching Tolerance center: The Children's March- Civil Rights
struggles
Week 4~ 2/27- How do current popular African American preachers guide us in looking toward the
future? Hopes and aspirations African American style

Prayers of the People There is a prayer journal at the back of the sanctuary where you may record
prayer requests to be included during the prayers of the people.
Wear A Name Tag as a sign of warm welcome for newcomers. If you do not have one, or need a
replacement, please make a note on one of the bright orange flyers at the rear of the sanctuary.
The Deacons thank those who are contributing $1 each week to the work of the Deacons. It is greatly
appreciated as we work to help others. You can either use the gold & white envelope in the pew rack
or make a special designation in your pledge envelope for this important Deacons fund.
Deacons remind you of the Care Notes in the rack at the back of the Sanctuary. Care Notes are
pamphlets dealing with topics including grief, illness, anger management and concerns with teens and
children. We encourage you to use them for yourself, your family, friends, or other individuals who
might derive some benefit from them.
Parking for Worship is available in the large lot behind the Gurley Building at the corner of Sixth
Avenue and Fulton Street or in the small lot on the corner of Fifth Avenue and Fulton Street and also
along Fifth Avenue. Please note: The parking spaces in the alley on the Grand Street side of the
sanctuary are private parking spaces that belong to Franklin Plaza. Please do not park there.

For families with children: Childcare during worship for children through age 4 is available in the
nursery located between the sanctuary and the Fellowship Hall. Please pick your child up as you leave
the sanctuary for fellowship and refreshments. The Respite Room, at the rear of the sanctuary on the
south side, is available for parents or caregivers of infants who may need a brief time away of worship.

Food Donations for the Troy Larger Parish: A reminder that there is always a basket for food
donations for the Troy Larger Parish Food Pantry on your way into church. And if you would rather,
cash buys more food from the Regional Food bank. Empty your change into the jars at either
sanctuary door.

Child Care during worship - Volunteers Needed!: As you may know because of health reasons both
Dotty and Donna had to retire as our child care workers. We are currently looking for a new child care
worker. We currently are in need of volunteers to help assist the main volunteer in the nursery each
Sunday. If you would be willing to be that second person and work with the children for one hour of a
particular week, please contact Leslie Kelly or Bonnie McCaig.

Bulletin Announcements: Reminder - All announcements for the bulletin should be submitted to the
church office by 9 AM Wednesday each week. Announcements will be highlighted by the reader in
worship, but there will not be time for individuals to make announcements during worship. If an
announcement does not make it into the bulletin, please speak to the reader before worship so that he
or she may include it in the oral announcements for that day.

Newsletter Announcements: The deadline for submission to the Vision Newsletter is the 17th of
every month.
CALENDAR for January 30 – February 6, 2011

Sunday, January 30
10:00 AM Worship Sanctuary
11:00 AM Refreshments Fellowship Hall
11:30 PM Adult Education
7:30 PM NA Group Meeting Rose Room

Monday, January 31
6:30 PM Session Rose Room

Tuesday, February 1
3:45 PM Troy Children’s Chorus Rose Room
5:30 PM Personnel Meeting Copy Room
Wednesday, February 2
6:30 PM Bible Study Rose Room

Thursday, February 3
4:30 PM Worship Committee Meeting McCarty Room
7:00 PM Chancel Choir Rose Room

Saturday, February 5
10:00 AM AA Meeting 2nd Floor

Sunday, February 6
10:00 AM Worship Sanctuary
11:00 AM Refreshments Fellowship Hall
11:30 AM Adult Education
7:30 PM NA Group Meeting Rose Room
 The First United Presbyterian Church of Troy
1915 Fifth Avenue, Troy, New York 12180
Phone: (518) 272-2771
Fax: (518) 266-9483 E-mail: info@unitedprestroy.org www.unitedprestroy.org
Where People with Differences Unite in Christ
Our Mission Statement
Together, we worship God through Christ and explore all dimensions of life in the Spirit;
To demonstrate God’s inclusive love, we seek to heal wounds and care for God’s creation;
To serve God in the world, we work for peace and justice.
Our Statement of Inclusive Ministry
We invite all people of every background, condition, and orientation
into the full fellowship, ministry and mission of God’s Good News in Jesus Christ.
All who join the church are extended the full privileges of membership,
are challenged to lead lives of Christian discipleship,
and are eligible to be considered for church office.

First United Presbyterian Church Officers for 2011, 2012 & 2013

The Session
Moderator - The Reverend Jacquelyn Pinkowski
Class of 2011: Debbie Brown, Sue Steele, Courtney Savaria, Karen Harpe
Class of 2012: John Buckley, Pat Carlson, Peg Drew, Chandlee Gill
Class of 2013: David Lanoue, Bonnie McCaig, Dan Rogers, Trudi Wybourn

The Board of Deacons

Class of 2011: Martha Juenger, Don Lutz,
Marsha Mintz-Botsford, Pat Rudebush
Class of 2012: Bob Harrington, Bonnie Kerr, Courtney Savaria, ClaudiaSchwendeman
Class of 2013: Shirley Bowes, Steven Paul Bowes II, Dana Crobok, Shirley Street
Pastor: Jacquelyn Pinkowski
Minister of Music: Maury A. Castro
Coordinator of Educational Ministries: Leslie M. Kelly
Financial Analyst: Carlie D’Annunzio
Administrative Assistant: Carla Fisk
(Office hours 9 AM to 1 PM)
Troy Children’s Chorus Accompanist Intern: Maria Elmer

For pastoral emergencies call (518) 279-7401 or (406)794-9360