Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost
November 16, 2025 | 10:00am
Rev. Mark Poyner, Pastor | Larry J. Carey, Director of Music
Thought for Worship
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely, I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” - Matthew 28: 19-20
GATHERING
Welcome
Prelude It is Well with My Soul | Bliss/Held
Call to Worship
Votum
Our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth.
Amen
Opening Sentences
Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous things; his right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for him.
The Lord has made his salvation known and revealed his righteousness to the nations.
He has remembered his love and his faithfulness to Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.
Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth, burst into jubilant song with music;
make music to the Lord with the harp, with the harp and the sound of singing,
with trumpets and the blast of the ram’s horn—shout for joy before the Lord, the King.
Let the sea resound, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.
Let the rivers clap their hands, let the mountains sing together for joy; Let them sing before the Lord, for he comes to judge the earth. He will judge the world in righteousness and the peoples with equity.
Salutation Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ Amen.
*Hymn of Praise Sing a New Song to the Lord
Call to Confession
Brothers and sisters in Christ, the Scriptures remind us that if we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Trusting in God’s mercy, let us come before Him in humility and faith, and confess our sins together. Let us now join together as we read our prayer of confession in unison:
Prayer of Confession
God of new beginnings, you promise a world made new — a creation filled with joy, peace, and justice. Yet we confess that we often cling to what is broken rather than trust what you are building. You call us to live with courage in the face of uncertainty. But we are too easily overcome by fear, doubt, and weariness. You ask us to be witnesses to your truth in every season. Yet our voices fall silent when faith is tested or when hope feels far away. Forgive us, Lord. Renew our hearts with the assurance of your presence. Teach us to stand firm in your promise, to work for peace, and to rejoice in your coming kingdom. Through Jesus Christ, who makes all things new, we pray. Amen.
Assurance of Pardon
Hear the good news! The God who promised new heavens and a new earth also promises new hearts for all who turn to Him. In Jesus Christ, we are not defined by fear, failure, or the ruins of the past —but by grace, renewal, and life everlasting. In Christ we are forgiven, renewed, and made whole. Thanks be to God! Amen.
The Law of God Isaiah 58:6-10
*Gloria Patri
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
*Commitment to Peace Keeping and Peace Seeking
One: May the peace of Christ be with you!
All: And also with you!
Share a sign of peace with one another. After sharing the peace, let us all sing together:
Together, by grace, we witness and work, remembering Jesus, in whom we grow strong. Together we serve in Spirit and truth, remembering love is the strength of our song.
THE WORD OF GOD
Anthem I Will Call Upon the Lord | Shields
Prayer for Illumination
Gracious and Eternal God, You speak new life into the world You created, and You call us to trust in Your promises even when the world trembles around us. As we open Your Word today, send Your Holy Spirit to quiet our fears and open our hearts. Let Your truth take root in us, that we may see beyond the ruins to the renewal You are bringing. Speak to us of hope that endures, faith that perseveres, and love that never fails. Through Jesus Christ, the Living Word, we pray. Amen.
Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 65:17–25
This is the Word of the Lord
Thanks be to God
*Hymn: In Christ Alone
Second Reading: Luke 21:5–19
This is the Word of the Lord
Thanks be to God
Sermon: “Spiritual Survival Guide” | Rev. Poyner
Silent Reflection
THE RESPONSE TO GOD
*Affirmation of Faith (Apostles’ Creed)
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended to hell. The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended to heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty. From there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
Offering Total Praise | Smallwood/Roa
Blessing on the Offering ...Your kingdom may come on earth as it is in heaven. In Jesus 'name we pray, Amen.
*Doxology Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise him all creatures here below;
Praise him above ye heavenly hosts; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen!
Prayer of Dedication
Prayer of Thanksgiving and Intercession (ending with 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, the Power, and the Glory forever. Amen.
SENDING
*Hymn My Hope is Built on Nothing Less
Benediction
Postlude Crown Imperial | Walton
DEAR FRIENDS
Welcome to worship here at Peapack Reformed Church! If you are visiting with us, welcome! If you are a member, welcome back! Our mission is to be a congregation called by God, inspired by the Holy Spirit, and committed to being the very presence of Jesus Christ in the world. This mission is the catalyst for all that we do, and is our aim for who we want to be.
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FOOD PANTRY NEWS
Many thanks for all those who have shared their abundance with neighbors in need.
Our church refrigerators have plenty of space to hold even more!
Please consider making a weekly donation of eggs or milk to the P-G Food Pantry.
Peapack Reformed Church is a congregation called by God, empowered by the Holy Spirit and committed to being the very presence of Jesus Christ in the world.
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