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Second Presbyterian Church Oil City

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Order of Service June 28@10am Eastern

Second Presbyterian Church Oil City, Pennsylvania
June 28, 2026 5th Sunday After Pentecost

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Service today is partly a common worship service to connect us as the whole PCUSA as the General Assembly is meeting today in Milwaukee. The whole church is praying these together.

Call to Worship (based on Psalm 122)
L/ I was glad when I heard them say, let us go to the house of the Lord
P/ We gather in all our congregations as our national church gathers in Milwaukee. We pray for all the commissioners including Nath and Deb from Lake Erie Presbytery.
L/ We gather to pray for peace and wholeness for all God’s church and to be open to the Spirit. We pray for peace and security in all the earth.
P/ For the sake of God’s house, let us seek blessing and the welfare of the church here in Oil City, in our Presbytery of Lake Erie, in our Synod of the Trinity, and in all the PCUSA and those fellow disciples throughout the world.

Hymn of Praise: Shall we Gather at the River (see insert—traditional hymn plus extra verses composed just for the 2026 General Assembly)

Confession and Assurance
L/ Let us take a moment of silence to reflect on our need for forgiveness…
P/ Holy One, Have mercy on us. You created us in Your image, yet we confess that we dishonor each other for failing to see that image in all people. You planted us in a garden of abundance but we confess that we sinned by abusing the resources and being greedy. You gave us the Word to guide us but we confess our sin and waywardness. Forgive us. Heal our divisions. Teach us to be Your witnesses. Fill us with your Spirit and send us out in service to spread the Gospel and show your love.
L/ Just as the mercy of Christ flows like a river from the throne of God, making His people rejoice, (Psalm 46) so we are told to “be kind and loving toward each other, forgiving each other as in Christ God forgave you” (Ephesians 4:32) I declare our sins are forgiven and we are remade by the blood of Jesus and the Life of the Spirit.

Doxology (Glory be to the Father…”)

Passing of the Peace
Special Music Pam Keverline

Children’s Chat Tammy Botts

Reading Scripture
Prayer for Illumination
Old Testament: Isaiah 2: 1-5
New Testament: Revelation 22: 1-5

Theme of GA is focused on verse 2 of Revelation 22. By the waters we are the leaves of the tree of Life called to persevere toward Wholeness in Christ, and ‘the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations’

Take some 5-10 minutes to share with those around you in the pews or at home on the chat. Answer these 2 questions:
1) What words or phrases stuck with you in either of our readings
2) How are we called as the church nationally and here in Oil City to gather at the river and bring God’s healing and peace to the nations. (What specifically is God calling us to do?)

We Offer Our Tithes of Time, Talent, and Resources
Special Music Pam Keverline
Hymn: Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

Prayers of the People
L/ O Lord our God, you have called us to be a holy temple and a priestly people, persevering in prayer for the world. We open our hearts to you this day, saying:
P/ Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
L/ We pray for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.): its members and congregations, its deacons, ruling elders, and teaching elders, its sessions, presbyteries, and synods, and for all the commissioners who have gathered for the 227th General Assembly … Keep us faithful in your service and use us to fulfill your purpose.
P/ Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
L/We pray for the church throughout the world, for ecumenical and interreligious partners, and for those who struggle with faith, or do not believe. Help us to embrace our shared humanity and work together for the well-being of all.
P/ Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
L/We pray for justice and peace on earth: for an end to war, oppression, and poverty, for the people and leaders of all nations, and for the healing of your good creation.
P/ Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
L/We pray for this nation, the United States, as it approaches the 250th anniversary of its Declaration of Independence … Set us free from fear and division and inspire us to seek the common good.
P/ Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
L/ We pray for the city of Milwaukee and all the places we call home, and especially for immigrants and refugees who live and work and worship among us … Let our streets and neighborhoods be places of safety and hospitality for all.
P/ Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
L/ We pray for the needs and concerns of this community of faith, and all those whom we love— those who are sick or suffering, those who are vulnerable or in need, and those who are mourning this day … Give healing, help, and comfort, in Body, Mind, and Spirit
P/ Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
L/ Please add your own intentions aloud…
P/ Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer

L/ O Lord our God, your mercy extends like the branches of a great tree, offering shelter and salvation to all. Let us be leaves of healing, growing in faith and faithfulness and spreading the good news of your love; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

L/With the confidence of the children of God, let us pray as Christ taught:
Lord’s Prayer (using debts, debtors)

Benediction
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with all God’s people. Amen.


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