July 12, 2026: 7th Sunday after Pentecost

Service Details

• Theme: 7th Sunday after Pentecost
• Sermon Title: “No Pain, No Gain?”
• Preacher: Rev. Janice L. Reed
• Special Guest Musician: Featuring Allison Miller on the Celtic Harp, performing traditional meditations for the preludes and a special mid-service arrangement of “Holy, Holy, Holy / Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring”.
• YouTube Channel: FPCSALEM

Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• First Reading: Exodus 19:2-8α — Israel camped at the mountain of God and the covenant promise.
• Second Reading: Romans 5:1-8 — Results of justification: peace, hope, and God’s love proven through Christ.

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Hymn 420 (vss. 1, 2, 3, 5): God of Grace and God of Glory
• Hymn 324: Open My Eyes That I May See
• Hymn 2130 (Sing the Faith): The Summons
• Benediction Response (Hymn 432): Song of Hope

Bulletin Download

Upcoming Events & Community News

• Summer Concert Tonight: Head down to Waterworth Park at 6:00 p.m. for a free performance by the Swingtime Big Band, showcasing the classic sounds of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, and more.
• Denise’s Big Back Yard This Wednesday: Join us under the large tent on Wednesday, July 15 from 6:00–8:00 p.m. for our Bike and Scooter Safety night, sponsored by the Mission I and S Committee. The weekly ice cream cart arrives at 7:15 p.m.
• Outside Worship Advance Notice: Mark your calendars for Sunday, July 26, when our morning worship service will move outdoors under the large tent.
• 50th Anniversary Celebration: A special reception honoring Jim and Ruth Newman’s 50th Wedding Anniversary will be held on Sunday, August 2 during Coffee Hour in Fellowship Hall.
• Preschool Children’s Rummage Sale (August 7–8): The preschool is hosting a donation-driven sale featuring baby, child, and teen items (no electronics) with 100% of proceeds supporting the program. Gently used toys, books, games, and clothes can be dropped off on the tables in the Preschool room.
• Preschool Enrollment Open: Registration is still ongoing for the five-day 2026-2027 preschool school year. For enrollment inquiries or kindergarten readiness details, call 330-332-8620.
• Dedications: Sanctuary flowers are given by Paul and Barb Fennema in honor of Paul’s birthday and their granddaughter Lilly, as well as anonymously to the Glory of God. Today’s bulletins are also given anonymously.
• Summer Office Hours: A reminder that the Church Office continues to be closed on Fridays throughout July (July 17, 24, and 31).