Gilbert Presbyterian Church

09/09/2026

On September 16 our Presbyterian Women will begin a new study where we will explore and discuss seven aspects of our faith. Our first lesson is about God. How do you see God? When you think of God, what comes to mind first?
This study occurs once a month. We will have a new topic for discussion for each meeting.
This group is open to women of any age, any faith tradition, or no background in faith at all. We would love for you to join us at 5:30 on September 16.

09/07/2026

09/06/2026

Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost

09/06/2026

Gilbert Presbyterian Church
September 6, 2026--11:00 a.m at Church and on Facebook Live
U.S. Route 52 and WV State Route 80, Gilbert, WV
Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost

GATHERING IN GOD’S NAME
Prelude-
Call to Worship:
Leader: God call us to arise and speak His word!
All: We worship God today!
Leader: God calls us to turn to Him .
All: Turn away from evil, brother. Turn to God, my sister.
All: We worship a faithful God of love.

PRAYER OF PRAISE AND ADORATION:
All: We thank you for your continual love and support. Even as we are turning toward lesser things, O God, you call us back to you. Help us to watch out for each other as you watch out for us. May we be so focused on your face that the world holds no claim on our hearts and minds. We pray this in the name of Christ. Amen.

*Hymn: “I Sing a Song of the Saints of God ” PH 364

*Call to Confession
*Prayer of Confession (from Feasting on the Word, Worship Companion, Year A, Vol 2)
Leader: From evil, even when it masquerades as good,
All: Merciful God, deliver us.
Leader: From selfishness and vain desires,
All: Merciful God, deliver us.
Leader: From irresponsible behaviors, quarreling and jealousy,
All: Merciful God, deliver us.
Leader: From hurtful disagreements and irreconcilable differences,
All: Merciful God, deliver us. Turn us away from the death sin inflicts.
Lead us into the abundant life Christ brings. Forgive us, we pray and teach us to forgive through Christ Jesus. Amen.

(Time for silent prayer) Let all God’s people say: Amen

ASSURANCE OF PARDON
Since God has forgiven us in Christ, let us forgive one another….Peace with you! And also with you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS/BIRTHDAYS/JOYS AND CONCERNS

PROCLAMATION OF GOD’S WORD
Prayer of Illumination
First Reading: Romans 12:9-21
Second Reading Ezekiel 33:7-11
SERMON “Sentinel“ Susan Perry
RESPONDING TO GOD’S WORD

*Hymn: “O for a World ” PH 386
*Affirmation of Faith—Apostle’s Creed PH page 14
Gloria Patri PH 577
PASTORAL PRAYER/ LORD’S PRAYER (Lord’s Prayer PH page 16)
GIVING THANKS TO GOD
Offertory Invitation
Offertory We Are an Offering
*Doxology-“Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow” PH 592
*Prayer of Dedication

DEPARTING IN GOD’S NAME
*Hymn: “Though I May Speak” PH 335

*Charge and Benediction—As You Travel from This Place
As you travel from this place our love is with you, when you journey near at hand or far abroad. All the life we’ve shared together will continue, as you grow in the knowledge, learn of the wisdom and live in the spirit of our God.
*Those that are able may stand… Items in bold are spoken or sung in unison by the congregation.
PH-Presbyterian Hymnal LH-Lift Up Your Hearts hymnal
Announcements
Collection bins for Blessing Box, Davis-Stuart, and Logan Center are in the Fellowship Hall

09/05/2026

Ezekiel and his modern-day counterpart, Archbishop Oscar Romero - come hear about what connects them.
Sunday at 11 a.m. in person or on Facebook Live.

09/04/2026

Amen.

As we approach Labor Day weekend, we are reminded of the Social Creed for the 21st Century, which calls us to "offer a vision of a society that shares more and consumes less, seeks compassion over suspicion and equality over domination, and finds security in joined hands rather than in massed arms.”

“A Social Creed for the 21st Century” lifts up Jesus’ words in John 10:10, that he came so that we might have abundant life. It was adopted by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA in 2008. You can read more about the Social Creed here: https://hubs.ly/Q04vZDGq0

09/01/2026

Please join us in praying for people who have lost homes to wildfires.

PDA is starting a new series: at the beginning of each week, we will share a new prayer as we recognize the long-term impacts of natural and human-caused disasters. We invite you to share your specific prayer concerns in the comments, if you feel called, so we may pray together as a community. This week, we lift up those who have lost their homes to wildfires.
Let us pray,
Loving God, we pray that your presence may be near to those who have lost their homes and much of what filled them due to wildfires. Comfort them in their grief and provide for their daily needs. Lead them gently toward a place to settle again. Amen.

08/30/2026

Thirteenth Sunday After Pentecost

08/30/2026

Gilbert Presbyterian Church
August 30, 2026--11:00 a.m. at Church and on Facebook Live
U.S. Route 52 and WV State Route 80, Gilbert, WV
Thirteenth Sunday After Pentecost

GATHERING IN GOD’S NAME
Prelude-
Call to Worship: (from Feasting on the Word, Worship Companion, Year C, Vol 1)
Leader: In the sanctuary, God, the Holy One whose glory fills the whole earth, calls us.
All: Beside the sea, along ordinary paths, in our daily work, God calls us.
Leader: We have come from different backgrounds on various roads to get here.
All: We are all here seeking an experience with the holy.
Leader: Listen for the promise of God’s steadfast love and God’s faithfulness.
All: We are listening for God’s call in our lives.

PRAYER OF PRAISE AND ADORATION:
All: Holy Spirit, our lives are filled with the sound of your voice. Our ancestors heard your call in wind, in fire, in dreams and while working. Thank you for continuing to call men and women, young and old, to service in your Kingdom. Let us follow your voice with confidence. In the name of Christ, Amen.

*Hymn: “Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee ” PH 464
*Call to Confession
*Prayer of Confession (from Feasting on the Word, Worship Companion, Year C, Vol 1)
Leader: O God, though we walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve and deliver us.
All: Though our lips are not clean and our hearts are not pure, you call us.
Leader: Forgive us, we pray, when we wander away from you, lost and at risk.
All: Forgive us when our lives do not reflect your glory and the purposes you intend.
Leader: Help us to comprehend your ways in the world. We long to feel your grace and glory, for in you, Emmanuel, we can be healed and set free.
All: in Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
(Time for silent prayer) Let all God’s people say: Amen

ASSURANCE OF PARDON
Since God has forgiven us in Christ, let us forgive one another….Peace with you! And also with you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS/BIRTHDAYS/JOYS AND CONCERNS

PROCLAMATION OF GOD’S WORD
Prayer of Illumination
First Reading: Isaiah 43:1-13 (NRSV Updated Version)
Second Reading Luke 5:1-11 (The Message)
SERMON
“All In—Deep Water and Square Knots“ Susan Perry
RESPONDING TO GOD’S WORD
*Hymn: “Here I Am Lord ” PH 525
*Affirmation of Faith—Apostle’s Creed PH page 14
Gloria Patri PH 577
PASTORAL PRAYER/ LORD’S PRAYER (Lord’s Prayer PH page 16)
GIVING THANKS TO GOD
Offertory Invitation
Offertory We Are an Offering
*Doxology-“Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow” PH 592
*Prayer of Dedication
DEPARTING IN GOD’S NAME
*Hymn: “Lord, You Have Come to the Lakeshore ” PH 377
*Charge and Benediction—As You Travel from This Place
As you travel from this place our love is with you, when you journey near at hand or far abroad. All the life we’ve shared together will continue, as you grow in the knowledge, learn of the wisdom and live in the spirit of our God.
*Those that are able may stand… Items in bold are spoken or sung in unison by the congregation.
PH-Presbyterian Hymnal LH-Lift Up Your Hearts hymnal
Announcements
Collection bins for Blessing Box, Davis-Stuart, and Logan Center are in the Fellowship Hall

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08/27/2026

What’s going on at Gilbert Presbyterian Church this Sunday at 11 a.m.? “Deep Water and Square Knots”. What’s that about? Come find out- all are welcome!