Order for the Public Worship of God
The Twenty-sixth Day of April, Two Thousand and Nine
Eastertide
8:15 & 10:50 A.M. • The Sanctuary As you enter the Sanctuary, please assume a quiet and respectful attitude of worship. Please turn off your cell phone.
ORGAN PRELUDE: “Voluntary in A Major” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selby Lenora Morrow, Organist
CHORAL INTROIT: ”By Grace I Am an Heir of Heaven” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J. M. Hodges By grace I am an heir of heaven, why doubt this O my trembling heart? If what the Scriptures promise clearly tis true and good in every part, This also must be truth divine: By grace a crown of life is mine. By grace a crown of life is mine. Westminster Singers (8:15), The Chancel Choir (10:50) John M. Hodges, Director of Music Call to Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Darrin S. Anthony WHYMN OF RESURRECTION: No. 283 “Alleluia! Alleluia!”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ebenezer WEPISTLE LESSON: I Corinthians 15:19-22, 50-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Olin F. Morris (8:15) David T. Popwell, Sr. (10:50)
If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are to be pitied more than all men. But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. I declare to you, brothers, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable. Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed— in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed. For the perishable must clothe itself with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality. When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: “Death has been swallowed up in victory.” “Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
WCONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ebenezer
Rise, O Church, and lift your voices, Christ has conquered death and hell. Sing as all the earth rejoices; resurrection anthems swell. Stand in triumph! He is risen! Now adore the Conq’ring King! We acclaim Your love, O Jesus, now we sing Your victory. Wprayer of ADORATION SACRAMENT OF CHRISTIAN BAPTISM 8:15 Hudson Drew MaKinster, born February 1, 2009, son of Dean and Betsy MaKinster Elise Kenealy Riley, born October 7, 2008, daughter of John and Jamie Riley Wesley Kirby May, born January 16, 2009, daughter of Kirby and Windy May William Arrington Sherrod, born December 11, 2008, son of Jonathan and Melissa Sherrod Greer Tellico Watson, born April 3, 2009, son of Geoff and Ashley Watson 10:50 Mary McDaniel Brubaker, born November 19, 2008, daughter of Chris and La Brubaker Kathryn Meador Crosby, born October 12, 2008, daughter of Chris and Caroline Crosby David Hamilton Eggers Jr., born November 3, 2008, son of Hamilton and Ashley Eggers Charlotte Jane Hearn, born September 6, 2008, daughter of Donny and Karyn Hearn Emily Anne Turner, born October 15, 2008, daughter of Gavin and Anne Turner PARENTAL VOWS
Do you acknowledge your child’s need of the cleansing blood of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the renewing grace of the Holy Spirit? Do you claim God’s covenant promises on their behalf, and do you look to the Lord Jesus Christ for their salvation, as you do for your own?
Do you unreservedly dedicate your child to God, and promise in humble reliance upon divine grace, that you will endeavor to set before them a godly example, that you will pray with and for them, that you will teach them the sacred Scriptures, and that you will strive by all the means that God provides you, to bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord? CONGREGATIONAL VOW
Do you undertake the responsibility to assist these parents in the Christian nurture of their children? SONG OF ENCOURAGEMENT: “Jesus Loves You”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jesus Loves Me
Jesus loves you, this we know, for the Bible tells us so; Little ones to Him belong, you are weak but He is strong. Yes, Jesus loves you! Yes, Jesus loves you! Yes, Jesus loves you! The Bible tells us so. PROPHETIC LESSON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Isaiah 1:18 (page 676 in pew Bible)
This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
CORPORATE PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Almighty and everlasting God, Whose will has been made known in Your Word and Whose infinite glory demands our perfect obedience, we confess that we have violated Your law and are deserving of Your judgment. Please forgive us. We are truly sorry and sincerely seek amendment of life. Cleanse us that we may be white as snow; renew us that we may gladly worship and serve You; compel us by Your love that we may joyfully declare Your grace and glory to a world in need, all for the glory of Jesus Christ Your Son. Amen.
INDIVIDUAL PRAYERS OF CONFESSION ASSURANCE OF DIVINE PARDON WPSALM OF THE SHEPHERD: No. 87 “The Lord’s My Shepherd, I’ll Not Want”. . Crimond PRESENTATION OF GIFTS TO OUR SAVIOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Andrew P. Wells OFFERTORY ANTHEM: ”Sheep May Safely Graze”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J. S. Bach Like a shepherd God doth guide us Into pastures calm and blessed, Safe we lie by peaceful waters Safe like sheep securely rest. Though the valley dark is growing, Clouds are gathering, winds are blowing. Night and death are drawing near, Yet no danger shall alarm me, Death and darkness ne’er can harm me, In His arms I feel no fear. WCONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shepherd
Savior, like a shepherd lead us, much we need Thy tender care; In Thy pleasant pastures feed us, for our use Thy folds prepare: Blessed Jesus, blessed Jesus, Thou hast bought us, Thine we are; Blessed Jesus, blessed Jesus, Thou hast bought us, Thine we are. WPRAYER OF THANKSGIVING AND DEDICATION WGREETINGS WA WORD TO THE CHILDREN (8:15). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Andrew E. Keasling prayers of INTERCESSION and the lord’s prayer
Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For Thine is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. GOSPEL LESSON: John 10:27-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blanche P. Tosh (8:15) (page 1062 in pew Bible) Candace Willis (10:50) All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field;
The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the Word of our God stands forever. Amen.
SERMON
The Christ-Centered Life: Secured and Assured
(Isaiah 40:6b, 8) Sanders L. Willson
prayer OF COMMITMENT WHYMN OF ASSURANCE: No. 706 “Jesus Lives, and So Shall I” . . . Jesus, Meine Zuversicht WBENEDICTION WCONGREGATIONAL THREE-FOLD AMEN Organ Postlude: “Voluntary” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J. Stanley WIndicates congregation standing Instrumentalists: Dee Walker and Jeanne Simmons, flutes
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We consider it a privilege to have our children in worship with us. If your small children become restless and vocal, we invite you to the children’s room especially designed for them at the rear of the Sanctuary. They are also welcome in the nursery. Older children should also be encouraged to come to church prepared to stay in their pew throughout the service.
One of our pastors will be available after the service to pray for you or to offer helpful direction regarding your spiritual life. He will be in the Gathering Room, which is the first room on your left as you exit the southwest door of the Sanctuary (closest to the pulpit). You may also send your confidential email to
[email protected] with questions about your spiritual life.
Join us tonight at 6 p.m. in the Sanctuary The story of the great prophet’s triumph over the prophets of Baal. Considered Mendelssohn’s finest oratorio, ELIJAH is the dramatic depiction of the Old Testament prophet Elijah as he calls for a drought, helps the widow, shames and then destroys the prophets of Baal, and brings rain to a parched land again. The work is in two parts — our choir will sing all of part one, and excerpts from part two (for time considerations). All the solo parts are sung by various members of our own Chancel Choir, including the title role, sung by Colby Morgan. Please plan to come and bring your friends to hear this dynamic, passionate, and beautiful piece of music – it will deepen your appreciation of the story of Elijah.
Weekly Focus on Mission Partners
World Missions: Laurie Christie lives in Wycombe, England and works with EPC/ Outreach. Her compassionate heart has led her to a ministry involving several women in the area. After a visit to the U.S. to work on the development of an outreach DVD, Laurie returned to Wycombe in December 2008, which has given her a chance to reconnect with many of the ladies to whom she ministers. She is praying for job opportunities and for the opportunity to volunteer to teach English at a local college. Laurie also has plans to open a “Halal-lujah House” that can be used for various ministry activities. MissionUSA: Please pray for alertness and concentration for the students of Streets Ministries as they are testing. Pray that they would be able to test well on what they have learned over the course of the year. Please also pray that as programming comes to an end for the semester, students are able to reflect on the lessons their tutors, mentors, and Bible study leaders have presented to them and that the seeds planted during the year would bear fruit in their lives.
April Flowers
The rosebuds in the Chancel of the Sanctuary today are placed in honor of the births of: Greer Tellico Watson, born April 3, 2009, son of Ashley and Geoff Watson and William James Frazee, born April 13, 2009, son of Courtney and Robert Frazee.
The flowers in the Sanctuary for the month of April are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of: Howard August Broemmelsick by his children and his grandchildren; James I. Burrow, Jr., his parents Mr. and Mrs. James I. Burrow, Sr., and Mr. and Mrs. E.S. Roberds by Jeanne Burrow, Jeanne and John Wilbourn, Kelly and Jim Burrow III and grandchildren; Bob Chisholm by his wife Carol, his daughter Candy Willis, and his grandchildren Kathryn Leache and William Justice; Judge William B. Leffler by his wife, Florence and children, Steve and Lisa Leffler and Mike and Elise Leffler Frick; Dorothy and Bobby Lloyd and Linda Lloyd Harwood by their family; Frank Jemison and Marguerite Prichard Love by Peggy Jemison Bodine; Courtney Elaine Shores and Daniel Layet Shores by their parents, David and Beth, and their brothers William and Alexander and their sister Emily; Mr. and Mrs. Milton Smith, Jr. by Mr. and Mrs. David Dunehew, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Terry, Dr. and Mrs. Andrew Nearn, and Mr. and Mrs. Ben Nearn. and in honor of: Marshall Clark who is celebrating his birthday today by his family.
Announcements
MIDWEEK: Classes for MidWeek’s spring semester have ended. Prayer Matters will continue to meet at 5 p.m., and we invite you to attend the musical presented by our children’s choirs Wednesday, April 29 (see announcement below).
KIDS’ CHOIRS MUSICAL: The second through sixth grade choirs will present “Let’s Rock” Wednesday, April 29, in the Fellowship Hall at 6:30 p.m. In this very upbeat musical we discover, through the lives of some very ambitious kids, that the Christian life is not a solo act. Catfish dinner will be served at 5:30 (pizza for the kids). For more information, contact Terri Theil at 454-0034. BAPTISM CLASS: Baptism class will be held Wednesday, May 6, at 6:30 p.m. If you are interested in having your child baptized, please contact Dawn Curtis at 454-0034 or
[email protected].
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER: Please join us Thursday, May 7, in the Chapel at noon for a prayer service led by Mike Gatliff in observance of National Day of Prayer.
GIRLS NIGHT OUT: Facebook, Twitter, Blog, RSS feed? Plan to join us May 8, at 7:30 p.m. in the lobby near the reception desk when Katie Marks and Pam Taylor will teach us how to communicate using the latest techniques! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to learn how to communicate in the modern world. Have fun and fellowship with others and never stop learning! Dessert’s on the house and coffee’s for sale! For more information, contact the Women in Ministry Office at 454-0034.
THANK YOU, VOLUNTEERS: As part of last week being Volunteer Appreciation Week, the Children’s Ministry thanks the following servants of KidsKonnection for the time and talents they give so freely to show love to each other and to be the hands and feet on earth of Jesus Christ. These servants have given of their time specifically to work with our children on Wednesday evenings at KidsKonnection: Will Anderson, Jody Bellott, Allison Braswell, Tim Chiles, Beth Clinton, Dean Franklin, Tina Hale, Bill Harwell, Amy Johnston, Ragan Magness, Janey Newton, Mike Rhodes, Christina Roberts, Trish Tenent, Albert Throckmorton, Marinell Throckmorton, Kelly Wells, John Wepfer and Lucy Wepfer. JR HIGH: Three Degrees meets tonight at 7:15 p.m. Tuesday Morning Prayer meets at the Jorgensens’ home (2097 Firefly Cove) at 6:15 a.m. Three Degrees Small Groups will meet Wednesday, April 29, at 6:15 p.m. Join us Saturday, May 2, for Saturday of Service with Eikon Ministries. Visit www.2pcyouth.org for more information.
SR HIGH: The Senior Banquet is today at 12:15 p.m. in C310. True North Small Groups meet today at 4:30 p.m. for the final meeting of this school year. Tuesday Morning Prayer meets at the Jorgensens’ home (2097 Firefly Cove) at 6:15 a.m. True North Senior Night is Wednesday, April 29, at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.2pcyouth.org for more information.
KAIROS COLLEGE MINISTRY: The Kairos College Class meets Sunday mornings at 9:45 for music, fellowship and teaching. Join us upstairs in the Activities Building. Parents of college students: Please join us for a weekly time of intercessory prayer for our church’s college students and ministry. We meet Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., in the youth department conference room. Visit www.2pckairos.org for more information.
Second Presbyterian Church Staff Leadership Team Adult Pastoral Ministries Rocky Anthony, Pastoral Executive Jon Becker, Evangelism Mike Gatliff, Middle Adults Tim Russell, Assistant Pastor Ron Sadlow, World Missions Mike Stokke, Young Couples & Discipleship Andy Wells, Senior Adults Sandy Willson, Senior Minister Student Ministries Staff Leadership Todd Erickson, Student Ministries Executive Sandy Hazelwood, Children Andrew Keasling, Youth Robert O’Kelley, Recreation Wes Simmons, Pastor to College Students
Program Staff Leadership Scott Hanson, Program Executive Eddie Foster, MissionUSA Yvonne Hardin/Katie West, Women John Hodges, Music Brian Lewis, Campus Outreach Robb Roaten, Communications Fenton Wright, Shalom Project Administrative Staff Leadership Harold Ware, Administrative Executive
APRIL 26, 2009
