SHADOWS LIVING in the
LENT WITH SECOND MARCH 22
The Shadow of Despair
Psalm 130:1-7
A welcoming community of faith where Jesus Christ transforms lives
WORSHIP LEADERS
Rev. Christopher A. Henry Senior Pastor
Rev. Karen L. Lang Executive Pastor
Elder Nancy A. Frick Director of Stewardship and Endowment
Mark Blessing Liturgist
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 Bearer
Dick Poppa
Ewer Bearer
Suzanne Baach
Acolytes
Connor Falk
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.
Prelude
March 22, 2026
FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT
We Come Together as God’s People
Prélude, Op. 78
Cécile Chaminade Dr. John Allegar, organ (1857-1944)
Welcome Rev. Christopher A. Henry
Choral Call to Worship
My Lord, What a Mornin’ Spiritual Sanctuary Choir; Dr. Michelle Louer, conductor arr. H.T. Burleigh (1866-1949)
My Lord, what a mornin’ when the stars begin to fall.
Text: Revelation 8:10 (adapted)
* Call to Worship Rev. Karen L. Lang
One: Out of the depths we cry to you, O Lord.
All: Lord, hear our voices; let your ears be attentive to our cry for mercy.
One: If you, Lord, kept a record of sins, who could stand?
All: But with you there is forgiveness, so that we can, with reverence, serve you.
One: We wait for the Lord, our souls wait, and in God’s word, we put our hope.
All: With hope, we come to worship the Lord, who redeems us from all our sins. Amen.
* Prayer of Adoration
* Processional Hymn #474 O Splendor of God’s Glory Bright PUER NOBIS NASCITUR
Kyrie Kyrie Eleison (adapted from Symphony no. 9, II) Antonin Dvořák (1841-1904) arr. Ruth Elaine Schram (b. 1956)
Kyrie eleison.
Christe eleison.
Kyrie eleison.
Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.
Prayer of Confession
Out of the depths, we cry to you, O Lord.
We confess that we have often turned away from you, seeking our own way. When we have stumbled, we have failed to turn to you for mercy and healing. When we have been overwhelmed by our sin, we have doubted your forgiveness and grace.
Forgive us, Lord, for our lack of faith and our stubborn hearts. Help us to wait on you with patience, to trust in your word, and to believe in the mercy that you offer.
In the name of Christ, we pray. (Silent Prayer)
Assurance of God’s Grace
* Response of Praise
* Passing the Peace of Christ
* Hymn #363
I Want Jesus to Walk with Me
We Experience God’s Word
The Word with Children
Prayer for Illumination
First Scripture Lesson
Anthem
Mark Blessing
Mark 15:25-34 (p. 928)
Come Sunday
Come Sunday, oh come Sunday, that’s the day.
I believe that God put sun and moon up in the sky. I don’t mind the gray skies ‘cause they’re just clouds passing by.
Lord, dear Lord above, God almighty, God of love, please look down and see my people through.
I believe God is now, was then and always will be. With God’s blessing we can make it through eternity.
Lord, dear Lord above, God almighty, God of love, please look down and see my people through.
Second Scripture Lesson
Duke Ellington (1899-1974) arr. Alice Parker (1925-2023)
Psalm 130:1-7 (p. 562)
Moment of Silent Meditation
The Shadow of Despair
“Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord.” (Psalm 130:1)
We Give Thanks to God
Call to Prayer Wait for the Lord Jacques Berthier
Prayers of the People and The Lord’s Prayer Elder Nancy A. Frick
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 It Is Enough (from Elijah, Op. 70) Felix Mendelssohn Preston Rogers, bass-baritone (1809-1847)
It is enough! O Lord, now take away my life, for I am not better than my fathers! I desire to live no longer; now let me die, for my days are but vanity!
I have been very jealous for the Lord God of Hosts, For the children of Israel have broken Thy covenant, and thrown down Thine altars, And slain all Thy prophets, slain them with the sword. I have been very jealous for the Lord God of Hosts, And I, even I, only am left: and they seek my life to take it away! It is enough! It is enough. O Lord, now take away my life, for I am not better than my fathers! Now let me die, Lord, take away my life!
* Prayer of Dedication
We Go Forth to Serve
* Closing Hymn #355 Hear the Good News of Salvation NETTLETON
* Charge and Benediction
* Choral Benediction My Lord, What a Mornin’ Spiritual arr. H.T. Burleigh
Postlude Dialogue sur les Mixtures (from Suite Brève) Jean Langlais (1907-1991)
At the conclusion of worship, we invite you to join us in McFarland Hall for coffee, donuts, and community.
WELCOME NEW BABY
The red rose in front of the pulpit is in honor of:
Logan Forest Alexander
Birthdate: February 24, 2026
Parents: David and Kaitlyn Pulos Alexander
THE POWER OF PRAYER
We remember in prayer these members who have died, and their loved ones. The white rose in front of the lectern is in memory of:
Karen Shaw
Jane Feit
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
GIVING
Secondchurch.org/Give
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FEBRUARY FINANCIAL UPDATE
TODAY
Bread for the World Offering of Letters 11 AM • McFarland Hall & Atrium
Being Presbyterian: An Introduction 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM • Room 356
Youth Dave & Buster’s Night 5:30 - 8 PM • Offsite
NEXT SUNDAY, MARCH 29 PALM SUNDAY
SHADOWS
LIVING in the The Shadow of the Cross
Rev. Christopher A. Henry 8:15 AM • Chapel Worship
9 AM • Sunday School for All Ages 10 AM • Sanctuary Worship 11:15 AM • Service of Wholeness and Communion • Milner Chapel
For more details visit SecondChurch.org/Worship
Watch Sunday worship all week long at SecondChurch.org/Live
UPCOMING EVENTS
SecondChurch.org/Events
Contemplative Prayer Stations
March 23 - 28 • See website for times • Room 356
Men’s Monthly Fellowship
March 24 • 6 - 8 PM • Youth Suite
The Belonging
March 26 • 7 – 8 PM • Common Room & Community Room
Bread for the World Offering of Letters
March 29 • 11 AM • McFarland Hall & Atrium
The Gospel House: A Plan for Daily Bible Study and Prayer
March 29 • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM • Common Room
HOLY WEEK EVENTS & SERVICES
Easter Sunday AT SECOND
APRIL 5
Sunrise Service at the Labyrinth • 7:15 AM Sanctuary Service • 9 & 11 AM
Stations of the Cross
April 1 • 5:30