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St. Andrew Presbyterian Church

Denton, Texas

Third Sunday of Easter
April 19, 2015, 10:50 a.m.

Hearing devices and large print Bibles and hymnals are available. Ask an usher.
Please refrain from taking individual pictures during the worship service.

Prelude Gathering around God’s Word



Welcome and Explanation Lisa Patterson

Procession of the Tartans Highland Cathedral Ulrich Roever and Michael Korb

Jimmy Mitchell, bagpipes, and Randy Wothke, drums

Litany Blessing of the Tartans

Leader: Thank you, O Lord, for your self-revealed Word which has ordained
a rich heritage of faith and sacrifice from our ancestors, from Adam to
Noah, from Noah to Abraham, from Abraham to David, so onwards to the
incarnation of Jesus Christ, to the establishment of his church: our brothers
and sisters in Christ everywhere.

Liturgist: Never let us forget that a heritage of faith is a responsibility, not a treasure
to be hoarded.

People: Bless us that we may be a blessing, O Lord.
Leader: Thank you, O Lord, for the blessing of family; the warmth, comfort, and

security of family love.
Liturgist: Never let us forget that our family love is a gift to be shared, that the

stranger may be as welcome as the brother.
People: Bless us that we may be a blessing, O Lord.
Leader: We praise you, O Lord, for those who have lived and died in Christ that we

might have the freedom to dwell in a community of faith.
Liturgist: Never let us forget that the days of sacrifice are not yet over, that we too,

have lives to live in faith.
People: Bless us that we may be a blessing, O Lord.
Leader: Raise the Tartans! (Pause until all lift high their tartans.)
People: On behalf of all clans, families, and nations, we raise these tartans before

Almighty God in gratitude for our heritage and pray God’s blessing on
His servant people in all lands.

Placing of the Tartans

Leader: Eternal God, Our Father, bless these symbols of heritage and grant that
those who wear them, and the families they represent, may do justly, love
mercy, and walk humbly with you; through the grace of our Lord Jesus
Christ. Amen.

People: We proclaim that we are all united in the covenant of Jesus Christ for there
is but one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of us all.

Call to Worship

Leader: Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth.
People: Worship the Lord with gladness; come into his presence with singing.
Leader: Know that the Lord is God. It is he that made us, and we are his.
People: We are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.

Leader: Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise.
People: Give thanks to him, bless his name.
Leader: For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever.
People: And his faithfulness to all generations.

*Hymn 220 All People That on Earth Do Dwell old hundredth
x

*Opening Prayer

Confession of Sin (unison) (Adapted from Scottish Reformer

John Knox’s Liturgy of 1560)

Almighty God, we are unworthy to come into your presence, because of our many

sins. We do not deserve any grace or mercy from you, if you dealt with us as we

deserve. We have sinned against you, O Lord, and we have offended you. And

yet, O Lord, as we acknowledge our sins and offenses, so also do we acknowledge

you to be a merciful God, a loving and favorable Father, to all who turn to you.

And so we humbly ask you, for the sake of Christ your son, to show mercy to us,

and forgive us all our offenses. Forgive the sins of our youth, and the sins of our

old age. By your Spirit, O God, take possession of our hearts, so that, not only the

actions of our lives, but also the words of our mouths, and the smallest thought of

our minds, may be guided and governed by you. Through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory, now and forever.

Amen. (Silent Confession)

Kyrie (Hymnal No. 565) Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.

Declaration of Pardon

Leader: Friends, believe the good news of the gospel.
People: In Jesus Christ we are forgiven.

Call to Faithfulness

Leader: As God’s own people, be merciful in action, kindly in heart, humble in mind.
Be always ready to forgive as freely as God has forgiven you. And, above
everything else, be loving, and never forget to be thankful for what Christ
has done for you.

*Gloria Patri

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, Amen.

Proclaiming God’s Word

Prayer for Illumination (John Calvin) David Gressett

O Lord, heavenly Father, in whom is the fullness of light and wisdom, enlighten
our minds by your Holy Spirit, and give us grace to receive your Word with
reverence and humility, without which no one can understand your truth.

Old Testament Reading Isaiah 51:1-3 Old Testament, page 640

Leader: The Word of the Lord.

People: Thanks be to God!

Children’s Sermon (10:50 a.m.)

The children are being given tartan sashes to wear symbolizing that we are all members of
the St. Andrew family and the Presbyterian church worldwide and that we all share in the
church’s Scottish heritage. All children are invited to remain in the sanctuary with their
parents following the children’s sermon.

Prayers From Iona

O Christ of the poor and the yearning
Kindle in my heart within

A flame of love for my neighbour,
For my foe, for my friend,
for my kindred all.

From the humblest things that lives
To the Name that is highest of all
Kindle in my heart within
A flame of Love.
J. Philip Newell

O Christ, you are a bright flame
before me

You are a guiding star above me
You are the light and love
I see in others’ eyes.
Keep me, O Christ
in a love that is tender
Keep me, O Christ
in a love that is true
Keep me, O Christ,
in a love that is strong

Tonight, tomorrow and always.
J. Philip Newell

K1rkin’ O’ The Tartan-Its Origins

The History...

The ceremony of Kirkin’ O’ the Tartan is of American origin, though based on Scottish history and legend. After Bonnie
Prince Charlie’s Scottish forces were defeated by the English at the Battle of Culloden in 1746, Scotland once again
came under British rule. To control the Scots, an Act was passed that forbade the carrying of arms and the wearing of
kilts or tartan which represented Scottish heritage. Orders were given for British troops to kill any person dressed in
or displaying the tartan.

As The Legend Goes...

This Act prompted the stubborn Scots to carry with them secretly a piece of their tartan as they went to the Kirk. The
minister then slipped a blessing (a Kirkin’) into the service for the tartans. The prohibition against tartans lasted for
nearly 50 years. When at last repealed, the Church of Scotland celebrated with a Service of Family Covenant, at which
time the tartan of each family was offered as a covenant expression for the Lord’s blessing.

The First Kirkin’...

The Saint Andrew’s Society of Washington, DC held the first Kirkin’ during the early years of World War II. The
late Dr. Peter Marshall, an eloquent Scot, then Chaplain of the US Senate as well as a pastor, led the service in 1943,
choosing “Kirkin’ 0 ‘the Tartan” for the title of his sermon. He had preached many sermons in support of the British
War Relief and the Scottish Clans Evacuation Plan. His sermons were so popular that a request was made for their
publication, with the proceeds designated for war relief programs. As the war continued, the DC St. Andrew’s Society
continued to hold prayer services for the British subjects. These became known as firkins.

The Service...

The worship service is of traditional content, using much of the Church of Scotland form. Central to its theme is
the presentation of various tartans—through flags and the wearing of tartans—for a blessing. Clans were simply a
gathering of peoples for their protection and for economic, political, and social support. Clansmen demonstrated a
true brotherhood of man, and the tartan is a symbol of this love and togetherness. The Kirkin’ is intended to encourage
all participants to reflect with thanksgiving on their own family and ethnic heritage, and to celebrate God’s grace
poured out for all generations.



Anthem The Lasting Hame (An Dachaidh Bhuan) Adam La Spata

In this pure world full of sin and shame, where death and change can in a moment claim,
where friends are ever from friends dividing, to go and abide in the Lasting Home. Both
young and old to the grave are taken, both weak and bold death will make his own, in health
or sickness, in peace or anger, they can no longer on earth remain. But if we know the sweet
joyful sound, and have our treasure in Jesus found, and tread the pathway of truth and
blessing, still forward pressing, to Zion bound. In every trial we have to bear, we’ll nestle near
Him, there’s shelter there. For if we trust Him, whatever betide us, He’ll save and guide us
forevermore. His friends on earth, He will never disclaim, but bring with joy all that love His
name, from His dear presence no more to sever but share forever His Lasting Home.

New Testament Reading Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16, 39-40; 12:1-2 New Testament, page 211

Leader: The Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God!

Sermon Look to the Rock Stuart Pickell

Responding to God’s Word

*Affirmation of Faith (unison) Scots Confession, Chapter 16

As we believe in one God, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, so we firmly believe that

from the beginning there has been, now is, and to the end of the world shall be,

one Kirk, that is to say, one company and multitude of men chosen by God, who

rightly worship and embrace him by true faith in Jesus Christ, who is the only

Head of the Kirk, even as it is the body and spouse of Christ Jesus. This Kirk is

catholic, that is, universal, because it contains the chosen of all ages, of all realms,

nations, and tongues, be they of the Jews or be they of the Gentiles, who have

communion and society with God the Father, and with his Son, Christ Jesus,

through the sanctification of his Holy Spirit. Amen.

*Hymn 165 When in the Night I Meditate st. flavian

Presentation of Tithes & Offerings

Offertory Amazing Grace
Text and Tune: Hymn 280

*Doxology

Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God
above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer

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.

*Hymn I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say see insert
*Benediction

*Recessional Scotland the Brave

*Those who are able are asked to stand. x Latecomers may be seated.

Super Wednesday
Wednesday, April 22
Menu: Parmesan Tilapia or Chicken

element Marriage Enrichment
Rec Center, 6:00-7:30pm Room 207/209, 6:30pm
Hank and Regina Hunt
CREW
Rec Center, 6:00-7:30pm Legislating Morality
Room 206/208, 6:30pm
Roller Coaster Riding that “Old Time Kirsten Brown and Richard Sale
Religion”
Fellowship Hall, 6:30pm Joan of Arcadia
Dr. James Duke Room 205, 6:30pm
Stephanie Raesz

The flowers in the chancel are given to the glory of God by David and Eileen Duffield in
honor of their children and grandchildren and in loving memory of Eileen’s parents’
Ruth and John Madaras.

We’re happy to welcome the Rev. Dr. Stuart Pickell, M.D. as our guest speaker today at our
first Kirkin’ of the Tartans. Stuart grew up outside Washington, D.C. He holds degrees from
the College of William and Mary (B.A., History), Princeton Theological Seminary (M.Div.)
and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas (M.D.). He was ordained
in 1987 and over the last 30 years has served churches as a student or teaching elder in New
Jersey, Delaware, Idaho, Texas and Mississippi. In 1992 he responded to a life-long call to
pursue medicine. Board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics he practices both in
Fort Worth where he makes his home with his wife, Emily, and their two teen-aged sons.

Kirkin’ Potluck
Please stay after the service for a potluck lunch, fellowship and fun. We cordially invite
all of you visiting today to join us for good food, good company and lilting Scottish ballads.

Support the Kirkin’ Service
The Kirkin’ service is made possible by the generosity of individual donors and the efforts
of many volunteers. We have covered the majority of the costs of this special outreach
event, but need some help in covering the remaining expenses. If you would like to support
the Kirkin’ service, please leave your donation in the church office and indicate that it is for
Kirkin’ expenses.

Thank You
Thanks to all our Kirkin’ participants, volunteers and donors. This Kirkin’ celebration is
the result of countless hours of planning and work by our own and guest clergy, our staff
and members of all ages, assistance from a sister church and a local clan society, generous
monetary gifts from our members, the sharing of musical gifts from area musicians and
much more. We couldn’t begin to fit all our recognitions in this bulletin, but we will publish
them on the church web site at www.saint-andrew.com/kirkin-o-the-tartans/, along with
photos from today, by May 8.

Kirkin’ Photographs
Please refrain from taking individual photos during the worship service. We have a
professional photographer here today taking photos for our web site; they will be posted on
the Kirkin’ page by May 8. We will post information there on how you may purchase prints.

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The Week at a Glance

TODAY
9:00 a.m. Westminster Youth Choir,

Children’s Choir Room
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
10:00 a.m. Chancel Choir, Sanctuary
10:50 a.m. Worship Service
12:00 p.m. Kirkin’ Potluck, Fellowship Hall
12:30 p.m. Planning for the Later Parts of Life,

Room 206/208

Monday, April 20
6:00 p.m. Stephen Ministry, Room 206/208

Tuesday, April 21
1:30 p.m. Tuesday Afternoon Women’s Bible

Study, Room 206/208
Staff Meeting, The Den
11:00 p.m. Bulletin Deadline

Wednesday, April 22
5:30 p.m. Super Wed. Meal, Fellowship Hall
6:00 p.m. element, Rec Center
CREW CONNECT, Rec Center
6:15 p.m. Covenant Choir, Children’s Choir Rm.
6:15 p.m. Children’s Recreation
6:20 p.m. Handbells, Adult Choir Room
6:30 p.m. Adult Tracks
7:00 p.m. Noel Choir, Children’s Choir Room
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir, Adult Choir Room
7:40 p.m. Session Meeting, Room 206/208

Thursday, April 23
8:00 a.m. Men’s Book Study,

Cartwright’s Ranch House

S t . A n d r ew P r esb y te r i a n C h u r ch

300 W. Oak Street Denton, TX 76201

Phone (940)387-3897 Fax (940)381-2404

www.saint-andrew.com

[email protected]

Alan Baroody, Interim Pastor
Lisa Patterson, Associate Pastor
Jeff Snider, Director of Music

Hye-Jean Choi, Organist
Brandi Schoel, Youth/Blended Worship Director

Welcome!

We are delighted that you have joined us for
worship today and pray that you experience
the presence of Jesus Christ in our midst. For more
information about St. Andrew and our ministry
together, please stop by the Visitor’s Welcome
Center in the narthex. If you are interested in
becoming a member of this congregation, we will
gladly provide you with that information.
The session, our governing body, will be
in the parlor immediately following the 10:50am
worship service to receive new members.

St. Andrew Presbyterian Church is a
Stephen Ministry Congregation.

Sunday School Classes

Nursery Room 102
Preschool, 9:30am Room 100
Completed K-5th, 9:30am Rooms 201—203

Youth, 9:45-10:30am The Den
The Den
6th/7th Grade Class
High School Sunday School

Adults, 9:30-10:30am

Breakfast Club Lisa Patterson Room 206/208
Room 207/209
Pastor’s Class Fred Cassell
Room 205
Pathfinders Richard Sale Bride’s Room

Mighty Acts Class John Mikow

Current year giving through March:

Commitments year-to-date $209,730

Actual year-to-date $216,668

Unpledged Offerings $ 16,131

St. Andrew Presbyterian Church is a congregation
of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).