And the Lord spoke to Moses in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying, “Speak to the people of Israel and say to them, ‘When you pass over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, then you shall drive out all the inhabitants of the land from before you and destroy all their figured stones and destroy all their metal images and demolish all their high places. And you shall take possession of the land and settle in it, for I have given the land to you to possess it. You shall inherit the land by lot according to your clans. To a large tribe you shall give a large inheritance, and to a small tribe you shall give a small inheritance. Wherever the lot falls for anyone, that shall be his. According to the tribes of your fathers you shall inherit. But if you do not drive out the inhabitants of the land from before you, then those of them whom you let remain shall be as barbs in your eyes and thorns in your sides, and they shall trouble you in the land where you dwell. And I will do to you as I thought to do to them.’” Numbers 33:50-56 ESV
The Lord’s Day January 21, 2018
God’s People Gather for Worship By God’s grace alone and to his glory alone, we exist to worship God in his greatness and his holiness with Gospel-drive passion and integrity…” (excerpted from FPC Rome Mission Statement)
Preparing our Hearts Prelude
“Quietly We Pray”
Bertha R. Frick Dr. Patty Nelson, organist
Invocation
Declaring God’s Praise Responsive Call to Worship
Psalm 62:5-8
Leader: Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. ALL: Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. Leader: My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. ALL: Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.
Hymn No. 11
“Come, Thou Fount” NETTLETON
Affirming Our Faith The Nicene Creed
I believe in one God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, And of all things visible and invisible: And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God, Begotten of his Father before all worlds, God of God, Light of Light, Very God of very God, Begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father, By whom all things were made; Who for us men, and for our salvation came down from heaven, And was incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, and was made man, And was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate. He suffered, was buried, and the third day he rose again according to the Scriptures, And ascended into heaven, and sits on the right hand of the Father. And he shall come again with glory to judge both the quick and the dead: Whose kingdom shall have no end.
And I believe in the Holy Ghost, the Lord and giver of life, Who proceeds from the Father and the Son, Who with the Father and the Son together is worshipped and glorified, Who spoke by the prophets. And I believe one catholic and apostolic Church. I acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins. And I look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen!
Confession Our Sin and Embracing Our Forgiveness Call to Confession Confession of Sin Assurance of Divine Pardon Hymn of Response No. 642
“Abide With Me” EVENTIDE
Offering Our Gifts Welcome
(Children in 1st – 4th grades will be dismissed to Children’s Worship at this time.)
Presentation of Tithes and Offerings
“Nearer My God to Thee” arr. Dan Forrest Dr. Aaron Rice, director Mr. Kyle Coleman, accompanist Ms. Tara Suswal, cellist
Interceding for God’s World Prayer for God’s People, Work and World and The Lord’s Prayer Our Father, which 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.
Hearing God’s Word Scripture Reading Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. ALL: Thanks be to God!
Numbers 33:50-56
Sermon
“Killing Sin” Rev. Bill Pardue
Scattering as Christ’s Church Hymn of Response (see insert)
Commissioning and Benediction Postlude
“This Is the Threefold Truth” Verse 1 – Choir only Verses 2, 3, 4 - All ACCLAMATIONS
“Praise Ascending”
David Paxton Dr. Patty Nelson, organist
God’s People Scatter to Live as Faithful, Fruitful Followers of Jesus Christ
Ministry Opportunities TODAY’S WORSHIP SERVICE (1/21/18): Convergent Service in King Hall (10:30 am): Rev. Chadwick preaching (This message is the same as was preached at
Classic Service in the Sanctuary (10:30 am): Rev. Pardue preaching (This message is the same as was preached at
the Classic Service on January 7.)
the Convergent Service on January 14.)
NEXT SUNDAY’S WORSHIP SERVICES (1/28/18): Convergent Service in King Hall (10:30 am): Rev. Schwartz preaching
Classic Service in the Sanctuary (10:30 am): Rev. Chadwick preaching
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING TO BE HELD NEXT SUNDAY, JANUARY 28TH FOLLOWING WORSHIP – The Session has called a Congregational Meeting next Sunday for three purposes: 1) Hear and act on the report of the Officer Nominating Committee regarding their nominees for Elder, Deacon, and Trustee in the Class of 2021. Nominations may be made from the floor if the person to be nominated has been contacted ahead of time and has agreed to serve, if elected, including participation in the Officer Training classes. (A list of their nominees will be available in the church office beginning January 23rd, and will also be posted on the web site that day.) 2) Hear the report of Session concerning the 2018 budget and vote to affirm our support of it. 3) Approve any changes to Pastors’ Terms of Call.
The Classic Service will conclude a bit early so that those attending that service may proceed to the Christian Life Center, and join the folks worshiping at the Convergent Service in King Hall at the conclusion of their service for the meeting. Please be in prayer for these important matters in the life of our church, and plan to arrange your schedule so you can remain for the meeting. CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER LIST AVAILABLE – Each week you will find a page listing the current prayer needs of the congregation in the back of King Hall and at the Welcome Center outside of the Sanctuary. Please take one and use it as a way of supporting members of your church family in prayer. If you would like to have a name added to the list, please call the church office at 706-291-6033. FOOD! FUN! FELLOWSHIP! PIPS MONTHLY LUNCHEON – Our PIPS luncheon will be Thursday, January 25th at 11:30am in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be catered by Duffy’s Delli and our guest speaker will be Rev. Jeff Chadwick who will speak on the topic “What the ‘Young’ns’ Need From Us”. Join us for great food, fun and fellowship. Please contact the church office to make your reservations. WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDIES – The study of Job, led by Amanda Davidson continues Tuesdays at 1:30pm in Hardy Classroom #1 and Thursdays at 8:00am in the Van Dyke Room. CARRY ON THE CONVERSATION (Each week we use this space to provide a glimpse into what our children are learning in Children’s Worship, and what you might ask to “carry on the conversation” with them at home.)
Key Theme: All God’s purposes are right. (Deuteronomy 32:3-4) It is wrong to judge God and question His purposes. Ask: What are some ways that we can fight the fight of faith and keep believing in the goodness of God in difficult situations? Is there someone you can tell this week about the goodness of God?
PRAY for ME CAMPAIGN – “Rallying the Church around the Next Generation” - 40-50% of Students from good youth groups and families will drift from the Church after High School. In fact, research shows that adult believers are crucial in passing on faith to the next generation. And whom better to invoke to work in the hearts of our students than the one and true, living God. PfMC is a movement designed to naturally create multigenerational relationships through prayer. Three adult believers from three different generations pray for one student for one year. If you would like to join this movement please contact the church office to register to attend the launch event on February 4 after church (meal will be provided). Prayer guides will be available for purchase at the event for $10. If you have any questions please contact Sonny Walker at
[email protected]. PIPS SWEETHEART BANQUET – We will have a PIPS Sweetheart Banquet on Friday, February 16th at 6:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. Our meal will be catered by Pirkle’s and the cost is $10 per person. Please call the church office to make your reservations. WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAMILY GATHERING WEDNESDAY JANUARY 24TH – Meal from 5:30 – 6:00: Pirkle’s will cater our meal which will include Pork Loin, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Salad and Dessert. The children’s menu will be Chick-Fil-A. The home page of our new website (www.fpcrome.org) provides easy access to make your reservations, which are due by NOON on Monday, January 22nd. You may also email your reservation by that same deadline to
[email protected], call the church office at 706-291-6033, use the green cards in the Sanctuary pew racks, or sign up in the back of King Hall at the Convergent Service. We do not make standing reservations, so please make your reservations on a week-to-week basis to ensure a more accurate count for our caterer. Program from 6:00 – 7:15 • Christ and Culture – King Hall (see announcement below for details) • Bible Zone 2/3 Year olds – Education Bldg. Room 208 • Bible Zone 4/Kinders – Education Bldg. Room 206 • Communicants (6th grade) – Boy Scout Room (Next to the Crossing) • Divorce Care (5:45-7:15) – CLC # 202 • The Summit for children 1st – 5th grades – in God’s Garden (Education Bldg.) • Jr. High and Senior High will participate In the Christ and Culture Forum in King Hall CHRIST & CULTURE DISCIPLESHIP FORUM CONTINUES THIS WEEK – This Wednesday, January 24th, we will begin our program at 6 pm and end at 7:30 pm (NOTE: this is a little longer than we usually run and Ms. Nell and Ms. Andrea have so graciously worked with us to make this happen for the parents of little ones...thank you ladies!)
Our speaker this week is Walt Mueller, Founder and President of CPYU (The Center for Parent/Youth Understanding). Dr. Mueller is a recognized authority on youth culture and family issues having appeared on numerous media outlets internationally. His talk will be “The Digital Brain: Understanding Technology’s Impact on Our Kids.” In this seminar, Dr. Mueller will guide us into an introductory understanding of the fascinating and frightening world of growing data on kids and technology, along with practical strategies and responses we can employ with the kids we know and love. 2018 OFFERING ENVELOPES – THANK YOU for using your offering envelopes!! It is a huge help when we are posting your contributions!! Envelopes are available for pick up in the outside of King Hall. If you can’t find your envelope, please let Lisa know. You can contact her at the church office at 706-291-6033. CLASSIC SERVICE GREETERS – Charles and Marie Carlisle joined FPC in September 2017. They are the friendly greeters at the Classic Service this morning. Whether you have been a member for years, a new member or even a regular attender, you too can greet fellow worshipers on Sunday morning. If you'd like to be a greeter, please contact Betty Carver at 706-512-4455 or Nancy Foster at 678-988-1100 or leave your name with Sarah Pope in the church office. You will be a blessing and you will be blessed.
MISSIONARY CARE PACKAGE – A tangible way to encourage Jesse and Bobbie (and children), serving in North Asia, is to send them their special treats from America. A list of specific items may be found on the SERVE board or at the church office. Donations of items or monetary gifts are greatly appreciated and may be left in the designated boxes, by the church office, throughout the month of January. For additional information, please contact Natalie at
[email protected]. PRESBY-WHAT? CLASS – Are you curious about what Presbyterians believe? Were you raised in another denomination but would like to know more about ours? Are you considering joining this church (or have recently joined) but have questions about it? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the questions above, then the “Presby-What?” class is for you! This class is for all visitors and new members who want to know more about the ministry and beliefs of our church and denomination. It will be a five-week class beginning Feb. 14th, in room 201 in the Christian Life Center. The class will be led by Rev. Bill Pardue and Mr. Kenneth Studdard. To sign up please contact Sarah Pope in the church office. BIBLICAL IMAGINATIONS OF HEAVEN – Do you ever stop to imagine what heaven is going to be like? If you are like me, you probably do not think about heaven as much as you should. But in this upcoming Wednesday night series, we will take some time to exercise our biblical imaginations on heaven—and ultimately the new heaven and the new earth—and consider not only how amazing it will be and all the things we will do there, but also how our hope for the future will significantly impact our perspective, our attitudes, and our actions in this life today. Join Rev. Schwartz, your humble and excited tour guide, on this journey beginning Wednesday, February 14th. TIJUANA MISSION TRIP INFORMATIONAL MEETING – If you would like to hear more about the details for the summer 2018 Tijuana, Mexico mission trip, please join us on January 28th at 4:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. This is NOT a commitment for the trip but an opportunity to learn more about this year’s activities and plans. Now is the time to consider this! The trip dates are July 7th through 15th, and all ages and stages of life are welcome. For more information, contact Kirsten McClain (706) 676-1249 or
[email protected]. STATED SESSION MEETING – There will be a Stated Session Meeting on Monday, January 22nd at 6:30pm in Hardy Classroom #1. BETHEL DISCIPLESHIP CONTINUES EACH WEDNESDAY AT 10:00AM-12:00PM – We will continue our study of the Old Testament as we move from Judges through Malachi. We will look at these Old Testament books within the context of the history of God’s people and within the context of God’s overarching plan for the redemption of His people. As one author states, “Only those who have journeyed through the Old Testament can appreciate the full splendor and glory of the New Testament and fully digest its fruit, and those who have not cannot.” (Waltke) Please consider joining us as we journey together through the Old Testament and gain a greater understanding of our God, ourselves, and our Savior. We meet each Wednesday from 10:00am12:00pm from January through mid-May. There is a nominal charge for the print materials (if you do not already have them). The book will be helpful for you if you miss a class session. To reserve your spot in the group, please register at fpcrome.org OR email Phyllis Pemerton (
[email protected]) OR call our Church office. VISITORS – As a way to welcome you to First Presbyterian Church, we would like to gift you with a cross by local artist, Cabell Sweeney. You’ll find your cross at the Connection Point stations, which are outside of King Hall and adjacent to the church office and down the hall from the Sanctuary.
Our worship service is broadcast weekly at 11 am on WLAQ AM 1410. (There is a 30-minute time delay from the actual time of our service.)
Sermons may also be accessed on our web site at www.fpcrome.org.
