PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 5
Psalm 90:1-2 Lord, thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations. … from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God.
Our God, Our Help in Ages Past
[Presbyterian Hymnal #210 – Words by Isaac Watts based upon Psalm 90]
Our God, our help in ages past
Our hope for years to come,
Be Thou our guard while life shall last,
And our eternal home.
From the Presbyterian Society of Bloomfield founded in 1834 to today’s vibrant congregation, our members have worshipped together. This year we celebrate the 175th Anniversary of our church.
The logo shows our three churches: 1860-1916 – E. Maple and Peabody; 1918-1954 – Woodward and Euclid; 1954-Present – 1669 W. Maple.
Looking back, perhaps our earliest members sang this hymn, which dates back to the early 1700’s. These early settlers would have walked or arrived by horse and carts at Deacon Fish’s home for Sunday services. They would have welcomed fellowship with one another.
Throughout the years of renting or sharing space, the worship services continued, culminating in our first church building in 1860. Today we continue the heritage of worship, music, and mission. May we each challenge ourselves to be actively perpetuating these activities for future generations, just as our predecessors did.
Prayer: Lord, give us wisdom, energy, and motivation to continue the fine traditions of worship, fellowship and service initiated by those who came before us. Help each one of us to earn the accolade, “Well done, you good and faithful servant.” Amen.
Diane Bert
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