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Acton Community Presbyterian Church
1888 – 2026 Celebrating Heritage and Sharing Hope
P.O. Box 177, 32142 Crown Valley Rd, Acton, CA 93510 Message: 661-208-8032 www.actonpc.org
September 6, 2026
“None will be disappointed who seeks comfort from God in his affliction.”
— John Calvin, on Psalm 145
WELCOME, ANNOUNCMENTS, GUESTS AND SPECIAL DAYS
CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The Lord is great and greatly to be praised.
People: His greatness is beyond our searching, yet he draws near in
steadfast love.
Leader: The God who rules over all things calls us into his presence.
People: We come trusting that his power is never apart from his goodness.
Leader: In Jesus Christ, God’s majesty is mercy, and his strength is
salvation. Let us worship him.
People: We lift our hearts to the Lord, who is both mighty and kind.
Leader: Come, let us worship the God who is high above us and yet with
us.
People: For the Lord is great, the Lord is good, and his mercy
endures forever.
OPENING HYMN # 43 Great Is Thy Faithfulness
1 Great is thy faithfulness, O God my Father,
There is no shadow of turning with Thee;
Thou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail not;
As Thou hast been Thou for ever wilt be.
Refrain:
Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness!
Morning by morning new mercies I see; All I have needed Thy hand hath provided —
Great is thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me!
2 Summer and winter, and springtime and harvest,
Sun, moon and stars in their courses above
Join with all nature in manifold witness
To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love. [Refrain]
3 Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth,
Thy own dear presence to cheer and to guide;
Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow,
Blessings all mine, with ten thousand beside! [Refrain]
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH: From the Westminster Confession of Faith
There is but one only, living, and true God, who is infinite in being and perfection,
eternal, incomprehensible, almighty, most wise, most holy, most free, most absolute,
working all things according to the counsel of his own immutable and most righteous will, for his own glory; Most loving, gracious, merciful, long-suffering, abundant in goodness and truth, forgiving iniquity, transgression, and sin; the rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Merciful God, we acknowledge that although you are great in majesty and rich in goodness, we have not trusted your ways or walked in your light. We confess that we often rely on our own strength, seek our own comfort, and turn from the paths of obedience you set before us. We have spoken carelessly, acted selfishly, and failed to love our neighbors as you have loved us. Forgive us, O Lord, for the sins we
remember and for the sins we forget. Cleanse our hearts, renew our minds, and restore us to the joy of your salvation. By your Spirit, lead us to live with humility, gratitude, and steadfast faith, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
SILENT CONFESSION PRAYERS FOR GOD’S PEOPLE
Old Testament Reading Psalm 145, Page 581
I will extol you, my God and King, and bless your name for ever and ever. Every day I will bless you, and praise your name for ever and ever. Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; his greatness is unsearchable. One generation shall laud your works to another, and shall declare your mighty acts.On the glorious splendour of your majesty,
and on your wondrous works, I will meditate. The might of your awesome deeds shall be proclaimed, and I will declare your greatness. They shall celebrate the fame of your abundant goodness, and shall sing aloud of your righteousness. The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. The Lord is good to all,
and his compassion is over all that he has made. All your works shall give thanks to you, O Lord, and all your faithful shall bless you. They shall speak of the glory of your kingdom, and tell of your power, to make known to all people your[a] mighty deeds,
and the glorious splendour of your kingdom. Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom,
and your dominion endures throughout all generations. The Lord is faithful in all his words, and gracious in all his deeds. The Lord upholds all who are falling, and raises up all who are bowed down. The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food in due season You open your hand, satisfying the desire of every living thing. The Lord is just in all his ways, and kind in all his doings. The Lord is near to all who call on him,
to all who call on him in truth. He fulfils the desire of all who fear him; he also hears their cry, and saves them. The Lord watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy. My mouth will speak the praise of the Lord, and all flesh will bless his holy name for ever and ever. The Word of the Lord, Thanks Be To God
New Testament Reading Matthew 11:25-30, Page 12
At that time Jesus said, ‘I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed them to infants; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. All things have been handed over to me by my Father; and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.
‘Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.’
The Word of the Lord, Thanks Be To God
SERMON : “The Greatness and Goodness of God”
CALL FOR OFFERING–Congregation sings Doxology - Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heav'nly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost
HYMN # 342 Just As I Am
1 Just as I am, without one plea But that Thy blood was shed for me,
And that Thou bidd'st me come to Thee, O Lamb of God, I come! I come!
2 Just as I am, and waiting not To rid my soul of one dark blot,
To Thee whose blood can cleanse each spot, O Lamb of God, I come! I come!
3 Just as I am, tho tossed about With many a conflict, many a doubt,
Fightings and fears within, without, O Lamb of God, I come! I come!
4 Just as I am, poor, wretched, blind - Sight, riches, healing of the mind,
Yea, all I need in Thee to find - O Lamb of God, I come! I come!
5 Just as I am, Thou wilt receive, Wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve;
Because Thy promise I believe, O Lamb of God, I come! I come!
HOLY COMMUNION
CLOSING HYMN # 380
Refrain: Just a closer walk with Thee, Grant it, Jesus, is my plea.
Daily, walking close to Thee, Let it be, dear Lord, let it be.
1 I am weak but Thou art strong; Jesus, keep me from all wrong;
I'll be satisfied as long As I walk, let me walk close to Thee.
2 Thro' this world of toil and snares, If I falter, Lord, who cares?
Who with me my burden shares? None but Thee, dear Lord, none but Thee.
3 When my feeble life is o'er, Time for me will be no more;
Guide me gently, safely o'er To Thy kingdom shore, to Thy shore.
Refrain: Just a closer walk with Thee, Grant it, Jesus, is my plea.
Daily, walking close to Thee, Let it be, dear Lord, let it be.
BENEDICTION – The Lord Be With You
Congregation sings
God be with you till we meet again, By his counsels guide, uphold you, With his sheep securely fold you God be with you till we meet again.
**Offerings 1. May be deposited in the Offering Box by the Narthex.
2. Processed through “E-Give” online at actonpc.org
3. Send a check to Acton Presbyterian Church P.O. Box 177 Acton, Ca. 93510
Don’t forget the Food Pantry - donations may be left in the basket located in the Church Narthex or in the Hall. Below is an example of items needed Canned tomatoes, Peanut Butter, Mac ‘n’ Cheese, Canned meat or beans Canned soup, Canned fruit or vegetables, Cereal, Dried beans or rice, Pasta, Diapers, Deodorant, Shampoo and Bar Soap, Toothbrush and toothpaste
