SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP • 10 AM
FEBRUARY 15
Matthew 17:1-9
A welcoming community of faith where Jesus Christ transforms lives
WORSHIP LEADERS
Rev. Karen L. Lang Executive Pastor
Rev. Caroline G. Eader
Lake Fellow in Parish Ministry
Rev. Thomas P. Markey
Associate Pastor of Youth and Families
Máire Bungard Liturgist
Eric Walts
Deacon Moderator
Sanctuary Choir
Dr. Michelle Louer
Director of Music and Fine Arts
Dr. John Allegar
Organist and Assistant Director of Music and Fine Arts
All music in this service used by permission: CCLI License #719352; OneLicense #A-715008; or public domain.
PROCESSION
Element Bearers
Ellie Stewart
Audrey Lindsay
Ewer Bearer
Tina Lindsay
Acolytes
Adalena Dykstra
Marco Elia
WELCOME FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
Following today’s Word with Children, children ages 4 through grade 5 may remain with their families or depart for Sunday Mornings for Children. If departing, please assure your child is wearing a nametag. Carol Choir pick up will be in Room 355 at 11:15 AM. Pick up for other sections of Sunday Mornings for Children will be in the third-floor hallway at the same time. Childcare is available on the second floor for infants through age 3.
VISUAL AND HEARING ASSISTANCE
Please speak to an usher if you need a large print bulletin, large print hymnal, or an assistive listening device.
February 15, 2026
TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD
We Come Together as God’s People
Prelude Adagio (from Symphony No. 3, Op. 28) Louis Vierne Dr. John Allegar, organ (1870-1937)
Welcome Rev. Karen L. Lang
Choral Call to Worship
The God of Gods Justine Koontz Sanctuary Choir; Dr. Michelle Louer, conductor
The Lord, the God of Gods has spoken; He hath called the earth from the rising of the sun to its setting. Out of Zion, perfect in its beauty, God reveals himself in glory.
Text: Chant from the Liber Usualis
* Call to Worship
One: Great is the Lord,
All: exalted among the nations.
One: Mighty is the Lord,
All: King of heaven and earth.
One: Holy is the Lord,
All: beyond our understanding.
One: Let us worship our God and King!
* Prayer of Adoration
* Processional Hymn #75
Invitation to Confession Prayer of Confession
O Wondrous Sight, O Vision Fair
God of compassion, in Jesus Christ we behold your transforming light, yet we continue to live in darkness. Preoccupied with ourselves, we fail to see your work in the world. We speak when we should listen; we act when we should reflect. Empower us to live in your light and to walk in your ways for the sake of him who is the light of the world, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. (Silent Prayer)
Assurance of God’s Grace
Rev. Caroline G. Eader
* Response of Praise
* Passing the Peace of Christ
* Hymn #74
The Word with Children
Prayer for Illumination
Jesus on the Mountain Peak
We Experience God’s Word
Máire Bungard
First Scripture Lesson Psalm 99 (p. 540) Anthem Yonder Come Day
Georgian Sea Islands/Spiritual arr. Paul John Rudoi (b. 1985)
Oh day, yonder come day.
Day done broke inna my soul, yonder come day.
Good mornin’ day, yonder come day. A brand new day, yonder come day.
Oh come on child, Hush, hush, somebody’s callin’ my name. Oh my Lord, oh my Lord what shall I do?
Oh day, yonder come day. I was on my knees, yonder come day. When I heard him say, yonder come day.
Oh come on child, Steal away, steal away, steal away to Jesus. Swing low, sweet chariot, comin’ for to carry me home.
Day done broke inna my soul, yonder come day.
Text: Georgia Sea Islands & American Spirituals
Second Scripture Lesson Matthew 17:1-9 (p. 894)
Sermon
Shine Christ’s Light in the Darkness
“A bright cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice said, ‘This is my Son, the Beloved; with him I am well pleased; listen to him!’”
Moment of Silent Meditation
(Matthew 17:5)
Rev. Karen L. Lang
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* Affirmation of Faith Rev. Thomas P. Markey
The Apostles’ Creed
I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic Church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. 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.
Invitation to Discipleship and Generosity
Offertory
Come, Peace of God Eugene Butler Caleb Crawford, countertenor (1935-2024)
Come, peace of God, and dwell again on earth, Come with the calm that hailed thy Prince’s birth, Come with the healing of thy gentle touch, Come, peace of God, that this world needs so much.
Break every weapon forged in fires of hate, Turn back the foe that would assail thy gate; Where fields of strife lie desolate and bare Take thy sweet flowers of peace and plant them there.
Bring selfish lives from shadowlands of loss Into the radiance of the Savior’s cross, Wherein that gift so precious, yet so lone, Life finds its brotherhood and love its throne.
Come, blessed peace as when in hush of eve God’s benediction falls on souls who grieve; As shines a star when weary day departs, Come, peace of God, and rule within our hearts.
Text: May Rowland
* Prayer of Dedication
Ordination and Installation of Deacons *indicates previously ordained
Nancy Bowden*
Ian Bretz
Jane Curdes
Rick Dayton*
Hunter Fletcher
CONSTITUTIONAL QUESTIONS:
Beth Hecker
Christine Meenan
Chris Munson
Nancy Mutchmore*
Braden Pretzsch
Do you trust in Jesus Christ your Savior, acknowledge him Lord of all and Head of the Church, and through him believe in one God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit?
Do you accept the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments to be, by the Holy Spirit, the unique and authoritative witness to Jesus Christ in the Church universal, and God’s Word to you?
Do you sincerely receive and adopt the essential tenets of the Reformed faith as expressed in the confessions of our church as authentic and reliable expositions of what Scripture leads us to believe and do, and will you be instructed and led by those confessions as you lead the people of God?
Prayer of Ordination
Charge to the Newly Ordained
Drew Randle
Sonya Rasmusson
Scott Rodgers
Eric Thomas
Will you fulfill your office in obedience to Jesus Christ, under the authority of Scripture, and be continually guided by our confessions?
Will you be governed by our church’s polity, and will you abide by its discipline? Will you be a friend among your colleagues in ministry, working with them, subject to the ordering of God’s Word and Spirit?
Will you in your own life seek to follow the Lord Jesus Christ, love your neighbors, and work for the reconciliation of the world?
Do you promise to further the peace, unity, and purity of the church?
Will you seek to serve the people with energy, intelligence, imagination, and love?
Youth Deacons:
Lauren Elliott
Mac McDonald
Quinn Miller
Ben Seufert
Will you be a faithful deacon, watching over the people, providing for their worship, nurture, and service? Will you share in government and discipline, serving in governing bodies of the church, and in your ministry will you try to show the love and justice of Jesus Christ?
QUESTIONS OF THE CONGREGATION:
Do we, the members of the church, accept these deacons, chosen by God through the voice of this congregation to lead us in the way of Jesus Christ? Do we?
Do we agree to encourage them, to respect their decisions, and to follow as they guide us, serving Jesus Christ who alone is Head of the Church? Do we?
We Go Forth to Serve
* Closing Hymn Christ, We Climb with You the Mountain HYMN TO JOY
* Charge and Benediction
* Choral Benediction I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light
I want to see the brightness of God. I want to look at Jesus. Clear Sun of righteousness, shine on my path, And show me the way to Jesus. In him there is no darkness at all. The night and the day are both alike. The Lamb is the light of the city of God. Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.
Text: Kathleen Thomerson (1934-2025)
At the conclusion of worship, we invite you to join us in McFarland Hall for coffee, donuts, and community.
THE POWER OF PRAYER
The Chancel flowers this morning are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Alice Turner Scurlock from Sandra Lynch and the Moran family (Bob, Amanda, Isaiah, Ty, and Aidan)
Would you like one of our pastors to pray with you today? We invite you to come to Milner Chapel immediately following the 10 AM worship service for a short time of communion and prayer. You may also visit SecondChurch.org/Prayer to fill out a Prayer Request Form.
If you or a loved one is hospitalized, please contact: Ashley McNamara, Coordinator of Pastoral Care AMcNamara@SecondChurch.org
