Call to Worship: Romans 11:33
Reception of New Members and Sacrament of Baptism:
Prayer of Adoration:
Responsive Reading: Psalm 31:9-16
Pastor: Be gracious to me, O Lord, for I am in distress; My eye is wasted away from grief, my soul and my body also.
People: For my life is spent with sorrow and my years with sighing; My strength has failed because of my iniquity, and my body has wasted away.
Pastor: Because of all my adversaries, I have become a reproach, especially to my neighbors, and an object of dread to my acquaintances;
People: Those who see me in the street flee from me. I am forgotten as a dead man, out of mind; I am like a broken vessel.
Pastor: For I have heard the slander of many, Terror is on every side; While they took counsel together against me, they schemed to take away my life.
People: But as for me, I trust in You, O Lord, I say, “You are my God.”
Pastor: My times are in Your hand; Deliver me from the hand of my enemies and from those who persecute me.
All: Make Your face to shine upon Your servant; Save me in Your lovingkindness.
Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 50:4-9
Song: We Shall Feast in the House of Zion – CCLI #7041364
CHORUS:
We will feast in the house of Zion, we will sing with our hearts restored
“He has done great things” we will say together
we will feast and weep no more
We will not be burned by the fire; He is the Lord our God
We are not consumed by the flood; upheld, protected, gathered up
In the dark of night before the dawn, my soul be not afraid
For the promised morning, oh how long! O God of Jacob, be my strength
Every vow we’ve broken and betrayed, You are the faithful One
And from the garden to the grave, bind us together, bring shalom
Song: How Great Thou Art – Hymn 44 v1,3-4
New Testament Lesson: Philippians 2:5-11
Confession of Sin and the Lord’s Prayer:
Assurance of Pardon: 1 Peter 1:3
Song: I Know Whom I Have Believed – Hymn 705 v.1-4
Scripture Reading and Prayer for the Church:
Dr. Bud Lancaster, Ruling Elder – Matthew 21:1-17
Preaching of the Word: Dr. Michael Calvert, Teaching Elder
“Twelve Stones, Part Two”–Joshua 4:1-24
Confession of Faith: The Belgic Confession of Faith, 21
We believe that Jesus Christ is a high priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek, made such by an oath, and that he presented himself in our name before his Father, to appease his wrath with full satisfaction by offering himself on the tree of the cross and pouring out his precious blood for the cleansing of our sins, as the prophets had predicted.
Communion*:
Song: This Is My Father’s World – Hymn 111 v.1-3
Benediction: Revelation 22:20-21
He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all. Amen
*Professing and baptized members in good standing of a Church in which Jesus Christ is proclaimed as Lord and Savior are warmly invited to join us in the celebration of the Lord’s Supper.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Guests: Welcome to Christ Presbyterian Church. We want to thank you for joining us for worship! If this is your first time visiting our church, please fill out a visitor card and place it in the offerings box at the back of the sanctuary. We’d like to send you some info about our church and our ministries. Also, if you have any needs or would like additional information, please see one of the elders or deacons, or send an email to christprespca@gmail.com.
Spring Men’s Bible Study: Our biannual Men’s Bible Study is continuing on Sunday evenings throughout the Spring. We’re studying the biblical themes of prophet, priest, and king. All men and young men of the Church are encouraged to attend, and guests are most welcome! If you have any questions please contact Mr. Mark Cooper, our Men’s Ministry Coordinator.
Children’s Ministry: Easter Resources and Links for parents can be found on the website. Lots of good book recommendations for the Easter season!
Women’s Ministry: Thank you to all those who donated time or resources for the Spring Retreat. It was wonderful! Go to our website to see a short video with scenes from the weekend and make plans to join us next year when we go back!
Calendar/Other Announcements: As always, check the website www.christpreshamptoncove.org for additional news and upcoming events.
PRAYER REQUESTS:
Healing: Please pray for the health of the following individuals: Chris Smotherman, Elizabeth Holton, Janet Chou, Ramona Edwards, Katie Brown, Bill Cowley, Phillip Jones, Daniel O’Neil, and Suzanne Nimon.
Expecting/adopting parents: Please pray for the Johnson family as they continue in their adoption process.
Ministries: Please pray for the following missionaries and ministries: Seth and Jessica Lewis (Ireland); Steve and Rita Williams (New Zealand); Reid and Kelli Jones (RUF UAH); Ken and Angie Burnett (FCA); Franky Garcia (seminary student).