Pine Street Presbyterian Church in the City of Harrisburg Pine Street is a Welcoming Church, Glorifying God through Worship, Fellowship and Service in the World. August 23, 2026
Thirteenth Sunday After Pentecost
PRAYER OF PREPARATION Almighty God, you have taught us that all our deeds without love are worth nothing. Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of love, the very bond of peace and of all goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen
GATHERING IN THE PRESENCE OF THE RISEN CHRIST RINGING OF THE CARILLON SALUTATION One:
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Many: And also with you.
VOLUNTARY How Great Thou Art
Robert Hobby (Please use the opening voluntary as a time of silent meditation and preparation for worship.)
† CALL TO WORSHIP One:
Give thanks to the Lord, for God is good.
Many: God’s steadfast love endures forever. One:
Present your bodies as a living sacrifice.
Many: For this is our spiritual worship. (Continued on next page…) ________________________________________________________________________________________
† Those able are invited to stand.
Bold text is read or sung by all.