SEPTEMBER 24, 2017 Welcome to Lincoln! We are glad you chose to worship with us today! Call to Worship - Al Van Selow, Administrative Pastor Worship Music Selection 9:00 am Beautiful One A Mighty Fortress Is Our God I Need Thee Every Hour 10,000 Reasons Holy Spirit
10:45 am Made New Beautiful One 10,000 Reasons Great Are You Lord Holy Spirit
Prayer of Praise / Pass the Peace – Miranda Abrescy, Youth Assistant (K-6th grade are dismissed to Sunday School) Announcements - Fred Jantz, Senior Executive Pastor Our Story - Bob Mitchell, Senior Pastor with Bob & Norma Yamaguchi Morning Prayer - Matt Kirkland, Spiritual Formation Pastor Sermon Offertory
“You Are One Gifted Person” Matthew 25:14; 1 Cor. 12 (selected); 1 Peter 4:10 Pastor Bob Mitchell
Benediction Prelude / Postlude - Tom BetGeorge, Director of Music / Worship Leader Worship Team Vocals - Ed Bates, Harry Ulep Worship Team Band - Harry Ulep, John Montalvo, Ian Brown, Tess Reynolds
Sermon Notes “…to each one is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.” 1 Corinthians 12:7
There Isn’t One Sermon but Two • The one the pastor’s preaching to you • The one you’re preaching to you The Biblical Message: • God gives the gifts of forgiveness, the Holy Spirit, eternal life, and spiritual gifts Jesus’ Parable Regarding Talents The Sermon Many Hear Within: • “This doesn’t apply to me.” • “I’m afraid.” • “I’m too busy.” • “I’m too old…or young.” Exploring, Experimenting and Using Our Gifts and Talents
Next Sunday “A Storied Personality” Psalm139:14 Pastor Bob Mitchell Upcoming Events Men’s Oktoberfest - October 7 Classes on Sunday 7:25 am – "Seeing Jesus in the Old Testament" is a 10-week study giving insights and understanding of Jesus as the fulfillment of scripture, specifically in Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. Join us in the Fireside Room at 7:25 a.m., includes continental breakfast. Led by Patrice Verhines and Carol Bedell. 9:00 & 10:45 am – KidZone Children, 1st through 6th grades - dismissed during Passing the Peace. Nursery care is provided for children ages 0-2. Preschool Class – Children, ages 2-6. 9:00 am - “My Story” Led by Merrilee Chapman in the Library. 10:20 am - “My Story” Led by Lise Karnes in the Pastor Matt’s Office. 10:20 am - “The Gospel of Luke” Led by Pastor Al Van Selow, in the Fireside Room. Youth Sunday School (7-10th grades) “Jesus Is”, an 8 week series meets in the Youth Room during 2nd service, after being dismissed during Passing the Peace. Wednesday 6:00 pm - A Book by Book Journey Through the Bible Led by Ed Miller in the Fireside Room.
Announcements
Fall Study: My S.T.O.R.Y. Join A Group Today! Our church wide (and beyond!) study has just begun! My S.T.O.R.Y. covers Spiritual Gifts, Temperament, Opportunities, Resources, and Yearnings. Each component comes together to tell the story of our lives. And when we let our stories intersect with other's stories, we can do great things for the Lord. If you are looking for a group to join, or have questions, please feel free to email Pastor Matt (
[email protected]). Men’s Oktoberfest: Saturday, October 7th at Noon, and the Hungerford’s Bier Garten. Serving: Brats, Pastor Fred’s red cabbage, Giant Pretzels, German Potato Salad. Donation: $5. Pick up a flyer today from Dave Harmon or Ed Gray Veterans: We will be creating a video for Veteran’s Day this year and would like our Veterans’ help. If you are a Veteran and would be willing to be part of this video, or just want more information, please call, email or mark the Connect Card and we will be in contact. Thank you! 477-2783 or
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Please Pray for . . . • LPC Staff & Lay Leaders • Loretta Pipes, Ina Moreno, Barbara Vallandingham, Angie Marulo, Babe Ennis Irene Cromer, Marcella Whitney, Irma St. John, Ron & Mary Bruegel, Shirle Grimes, Georgia Conner, Barry & Connie Baxter, Anna Woods, Harriet Myrick, Doroth Swoverland, Charlene Nelson, Pat Winterberg, Joanna Stone, Suedee Howell Bill Halboth, Art Mockler, Nadine Kuhlman, Nancy Alameda
Prayer Families . . . • Tim & Carrie Sass - They are thankful for a healthy family. • Rebecca Severin - Pray for the victims of all the recent natural disasters. • Julie, Gina & Richie Senegor, Barbara Sexton
To reach the Prayer Chain, call Terri Long, 957-3816 or email her at
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Worship Assistants Greeters: 9:00 am - Carole Meehan Ushers: 9:00 am - John & Carol Sharpe, Dottie Edaburn, Lavon Van Selow 10:45 am - George & Vicky Alavazo, Dave & Sara Blicharz Sound Tech: - Kaylee Webb Video Tech: 9:00 am - Sandy Parker 10:45 am - Tammy Hannon Security: 9:00 am - Billy Heinrich 10:45 am - Bob Ramirez
Our Mission: To know and love God, to know and love people, and bring the two together through Jesus Christ.
900 Douglas Road ● Stockton ● 95207 ● 477-2783 Email:
[email protected] Website: www.lincolnpres.org Office Hours: Monday — Friday, 8:30am to noon & 1-4:30pm
