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Order of Service

October 11, 2026

Prelude

Approaching God

Call to Worship: George Sarkissian

Prayer: Dawn Schneider (English) & William Garcia (Spanish)

Songs of Worship:

How Great You Are

You Are Faithful

At The Foot Of The Cross

Hearing God

Scripture Reading: Dawn Schneider (English) & William Garcia (Spanish)

Psalm 45: 1-11 (ESV)

1 My heart overflows with a pleasing theme; I address my verses to the king; my tongue is like the pen of a ready scribe.

2 You are the most handsome of the sons of men; grace is poured upon your lips; therefore God has blessed you forever.

3 Gird your sword on your thigh, O mighty one, in your splendor and majesty!

4 In your majesty ride out victoriously for the cause of truth and meekness and righteousness; let your right hand teach you awesome deeds!

5 Your arrows are sharp in the heart of the king's enemies; the peoples fall under you.

6 Your throne, O God, is forever and ever. The scepter of your kingdom is a scepter of uprightness;

7 you have loved righteousness and hated wickedness. Therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of gladness beyond your companions;

8 your robes are all fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia.

From ivory palaces stringed instruments make you glad;

9 daughters of kings are among your ladies of honor; at your right hand stands the queen in gold of Ophir.

10 Hear, O daughter, and consider, and incline your ear: forget your people and your father's house,

11 and the king will desire your beauty. Since he is your lord, bow to him.

Salmos 45:1-11 (NTV)

1 Hermosas palabras conmueven mi corazón; por eso recitaré un bello poema acerca del rey, pues mi lengua es como la pluma de un hábil poeta.

2 Eres el más apuesto de todos; de tus labios se desprenden palabras amables. Dios mismo te ha bendecido para siempre.

3 ¡Ponte la espada, oh poderoso guerrero! ¡Eres tan glorioso, tan majestuoso!

4 Cabalga con majestad hacia la victoria y defiende la verdad, la humildad y la justicia. ¡Avanza para realizar obras imponentes!

5 Tus flechas son afiladas; traspasan el corazón de tus enemigos, y las naciones caen a tus pies.

6 Tu trono, oh Dios, permanece por siempre y para siempre. Tú gobiernas con un cetro de justicia.

7 Amas la justicia y odias la maldad. Por eso Dios—tu Dios—te ha ungido derramando el aceite de alegría sobre ti más que sobre cualquier otro.

8 Mirra, áloe y casia perfuman tu manto; en palacios de marfil, la música de cuerdas te entretiene.

9 Hijas de reyes hay entre las mujeres de tu corte; a tu derecha está la reina, ¡lleva joyas del oro más fino de Ofir!

10 Escúchame, oh hija de la realeza; toma en serio lo que te digo: olvídate de tu pueblo y de tu familia, que están lejos.

11 Pues tu esposo, el rey, se deleita en tu belleza; hónralo, porque él es tu señor.

Sermon: A Leader Worth Following - Rev. Charlie Drew

Responding to God

Final Song: 10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord)

Sent By God

Benediction

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Looking Ahead

A Class on the Psalms with Charlie Drew: October 11
Virtual Prayer: October 14
Prayer After Service: October 18
PrayMarchAct: October 22
Women's Social -- Dance Night at the Dance Project of Washington Heights: October 24

Join us for prayer. We will gather virtually on Wednesday, October 14 and in-person on Sunday, October 18 after the service.

We invite you to join us for SINGING WITH EMMANUEL: A Class on the Psalms with Charlie Drew on Sunday, October 11 after the worship service.

In this class, Charlie Drew will teach us how to meet Jesus throughout the Psalms, even in those places where it is hard to hear his voice. Learners will hear how to encounter God who chose to enter the human story fully, bringing fresh relevance and life to the Psalms, allowing readers to make them more fully their own in personal reflection and spiritual disciplines.

Though we often read and excerpt the Psalms more than any other writings in the Bible, it isn't always easy to find resonance in them. This is so because they aren't just songs for today. They are the ancient songs of those who are long-gone and who lived in a world that is often very different from today's. More importantly, they are the songs of Jesus, whose trust, suffering, and jubilation far exceed those of any readers. We'll start to make the connections between Jesus, ancient poetry and contemporary spirituality in this class.

Charlie Drew (BA, Harvard; M. Div., Westminister Seminary) is a retired pastor, preachers, teacher, blogger, and author living in metropolitan New York. He planted Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in New York City, the mother church of Uptown Community Church. You will currently find him on Substack ("A Pastor's Parting Shots"). His other books include The Ancient Love Song: Finding Christ in the Old Testament, A Journey Worth Taking: Finding Your Purpose in This World, and Surprised by Community: Republicans and Democrats in the Same Pew. He loves to sail and spend time with his five grand-children.

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Join us for PMA’s Inaugural Fundraiser: Making God’s Invisible Justice Visible. PMA is entering its next chapter—strengthening partnerships, expanding our reach, equipping more Christians to respond faithfully to injustice, and building a sustainable movement prepared to meet the challenges ahead.

Thursday, October 15, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Redeemer W83 | 150 W. 83rd Street

Navigating the New York Gubernatorial Election as the NYC Church
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Virtual Webinar

As New York State prepares for the upcoming Gubernatorial Election, the decisions made in Albany will directly shape our neighborhoods, schools, local ministries, and communities across all five boroughs. But amid the election noise, it can be tough to cut through the rhetoric and focus on what truly matters to our city and our Church community.

Join Pray March Act for a clear, non-partisan online event tailored specifically for pastors, ministry leaders, and believers across New York City. We’ll break down what’s at stake, outline key election logistics, and explore how the Church in NYC can engage the civic process with wisdom, clarity, and grace.

"Seeking the peace and prosperity of the city (Jer 29:7)."

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Join us for the next Women's Social: Dance Night! Refreshments and beginner-friendly mini lessons taught by women of Uptown. No dance experience required. Friends welcome!

Date: Saturday October 24th
Time: 4-6pm
Location: Dance Project of Washington Heights

RSVP to Laura or Carissa.

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