ORDER OF WORSHIP
April 19, 2015
Call to Worship: Dr. Michael Calvert, Teaching Elder
Psalm 100
Prayer of Adoration:
Old Testament Lesson: Psalm 24
Confession of 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 the 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 Spirit of the virgin Mary, and was made man; and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate; He suffered and 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 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 in one holy universal 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.
Song: By Thy Mercy
Jesus, Lord of life and glory, Bend from Heav’n Thy gracious ear;
While our waiting souls adore Thee, Friend of helpless sinners, hear:
From the depth of nature’s blindness, From the hardening power of sin,
From all malice and unkindness, From the pride that lurks within:
Chorus: By Thy mercy, O deliver us, good Lord.
By Thy mercy, O deliver us, good Lord, good Lord.
When temptation sorely press, in the day of Satan’s power
In our times of deep distresses, in each dark and trying hour
When the world around is smiling, In the time of wealth and ease,
Earthly joys our hearts beguiling, In the day of health and peace,
In the weary hours of sickness, in the times of grief and pain
When we feel our mortal weakness, when all human help is vain
In the solemn hour of dying, In the awful judgment day,
May our souls, on Thee relying, Find Thee still our Rock and Stay:
Song: The Church’s One Foundation Hymn 247 v.1-2,5-6
New Testament Lesson: Fred Fohrell, Ruling Elder Matthew 16:13-19
Song: Fairest Lord Jesus Hymn 170 v.1-3
Scripture Reading and Prayer for the Church: Dr. Bud Lancaster, Ruling Elder
Ephesians 4:1-16
Words of Instruction:
Beloved in the Lord, we are gathered to consecrate and set apart this house for the worship of the one living and true God. Let us therefore dedicate this place to its proper and sacred uses.
Vows of Dedication:
Pastor: To You, God and Father of Jesus Christ, our Lord:
People: We dedicate this house.
Pastor: To You, eternal Son of God, Redeemer of Your people and Head of Thy church:
People: We dedicate this house.
Pastor: To You, Spirit of God, Lord and Giver of life, our Teacher, Sanctifier and Comforter:
People: We dedicate this house.
Pastor: For the worship of God in praise and prayer; For the preaching of the gospel of the grace of God; For the celebration of the holy Sacraments:
People: We dedicate this house.
Pastor: For the diffusion of sacred knowledge; For the promotion of righteousness; For the extension of the kingdom of God:
People: We dedicate this house.
Pastor: For release of the captives; For recovering of sight to the blind; For rest to the heavy laden:
People: We dedicate this house.
Pastor: For comfort to those who mourn; For strength to those who are tempted; For assurance to those of little faith:
People: We dedicate this house.
Pastor: For the sanctifying of the family; For the nurture of the young; For the perfection of believers:
People: We dedicate this house.
Pastor: In gratitude for the gracious keeping of the divine covenant throughout past generations;
People: In reliance upon the promise that the gates of hell shall not prevail against the church;
Pastor: In the hope of the eternal glory of the Church Triumphant:
People: We dedicate this house.
Prayer of Dedication:
Preaching of the Word: Dr. Michael Calvert, Teaching Elder
1 Corinthians 1:9 “Faithful Is He”
Confession of Sin and Assurance of Pardon:
Communion*:
Song: O Worship The King Hymn 2 v.1,4-5
Benediction:
*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 with 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.
Men’s Study/Fellowship: The men of Christ Presbyterian Church are undertaking a six (6) week study using Donald S. Whitney’s book titled Spiritual Disciplines For the Christian Life. The next meeting is tonight at 5 PM at the church. Jerry Bridges: Jerry Bridges, author of several classic works like The Discipline of Grace and The Pursuit of Holiness, is coming once again to speak at our church. There will be sessions on the evening of Friday May 1, in the morning on Saturday May 2, and in Sunday School and worship on Sunday May 3. Please make plans to attend.
Parents Night Out: The next Parents Night Out will be on Friday, May 8th. If you would like to volunteer to help watch children, or would like to sign up to have your children participate, please see the sign up sheet in the hall.
Calendar/Other Announcements: As always, check the website www.christpreshamptoncove.org for additional news and events.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Healing: Please pray for the health of the following individuals: Elizabeth Holton, Bill Cowley, Janet Chou, Ramona Edwards, Nancy Bright, Luke and Harrison Townsley, Ramona Edwards, Suzanne Nimon, Donna Sims, and Billy Cranford.
Expecting/adopting parents: Please pray for the Roberts, Johnson, Matheny, and Stanford families as they prepare to expand.
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); Roy and Emily Hubbard (RUF Alabama A&M); Franky Garcia (RUF University of Central Florida); Ken and Angie Burnett (FCA)