First Presbyterian Church of Ulysses

Communion Is Served Today

Story: Acts 2:1-4 & Galatians 4:1-7      (p. 994 and 1063, Pew Bible)

Sermon: “Empowered Truth-Sayers”

Focus: Spirit

Reflection: The Family Continued

The Holy Spirit descends and suddenly the world is changed forever. The influence of the Spirit meant that the apostles became bold and strong and were able to speak with clarity communicating God’s love to all. This is our gift too. We have the gift of the Spirit in our lives, encouraging and empowering. As you prepare for worship today, invite the Spirit to fill you, inspire you and move you to share God’s love and grace with those you meet.

Hymns We Will Sing:

*HYMN #286  “Breathe on Me, Breath of God”                      (TRENTHAM)

*HYMN #291   “Spirit, Spirit of Gentleness”                                   (SPIRIT)

*HYMN #469   “Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying”   (LIVING GOD)

May 28, 2017  

Story: Galatians 3:1-9; 23-29 (p. 1062-3, Pew Bible)  

Sermon: “Free Climbing Faithful”

Focus: Inclusive

Reflection: The Family United

We hear again from Paul and again it may sound strident and uncompromising. But, the crux of the matter is that we are all united together through Jesus Christ, and through him we become one family together. This is the Good News! All—that is everyone! All humanity is part of this inheritance, and there is no difference of creed, color, race: we are all God’s children. As you prepare today, give thanks to God for this world wide family, and pray for those who do not realize the gift that is theirs for the taking.

Hymns We Will Sing:

*HYMN #246                        “Christ Is Alive!”                              (TRURO)

*HYMN #337                 “My Country ’Tis of Thee                        (AMERICA)

*HYMN #318                  “In Christ There Is No East or West”     (ST. PETER)