ORDER OF WORSHIP
July 26, 2015
Call to Worship:
Pastor: Hallelujah! For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns. He has disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to open shame by triumphing over them in His Son!
People: Who will not fear, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. Worthy are You to receive glory and honor and power.
Prayer of Adoration:
Confession of Faith: The Westminster Confession of Faith – 1.4
On the Authority of the Word of God
The authority of the Holy Scripture, because of which it ought to be believed and obeyed, does not depend upon the testimony of any man or church, but entirely upon God, its author who is truth itself; therefore it is to be received, because it is the Word of God.
Old Testament Lesson: Psalm 145:14-19
Song: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God Hymn No. 92, v.1-4
Song: Spirit of the Living God Hymn No. 726
New Testament Lesson: Ephesians 3:14-16
Song: Abide With Me CCLI# 43190
Abide with me: fast falls the eventide; the darkness deepens, Lord with me abide
When other helpers fail and comforts flee, help of the helpless, abide with me.
Thou on my head in early youth didst smile; And though rebellious, and perverse meanwhile
Thou hast not left me, though I oft left thee, On to the close, Lord, abide with me.
I need Thy presence every passing hour; what but Thy grace can foil the tempter’s pow’r?
Who like Thyself my guide and stay can be? Through cloud and sunshine, abide with me.
I fear no foe with Thee at hand to bless; ills have no weight, tears lose their bitterness
Where is thy sting death? Where grave thy victory? I triumph still, abide with me
Hold Thou Thy cross before my closing eyes; shine through the gloom, and point me to the skies
Heav’n’s morning breaks, and earth’s vain shadows flee; in life in death, abide with me.
Missions Report: Seth Lewis, Crossworld Mission, Ireland
Scripture Reading and Prayer for the Church:
Dr. Michael Calvert, Teaching Elder Romans 16:17-27
Preaching of the Word: Dr. Michael Calvert, Teaching Elder
“The Second Commandment: Worshipping the One Triune God–Part 2” Exodus 20:4-6
Confession of Sin:
Assurance of Pardon: 1 John 2:1-2
Communion*:
Song: How Deep CCLI# 4803944
You were broken that I might be healed
You were cast off that I might draw near
You were thirsty that I might come drink
Cried out in anguish that I might sing
CHORUS: How deep is Your love, how high and how wide is your mercy
How deep is Your grace, our hearts overflow with praise to you
You knew darkness that I might know light
Wept great tears that mine might be dried
Stripped of glory that I might be clothed
Crushed by Your Father to call me Your own
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 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.
Church Picnic: The annual summer church picnic is August 2 at 4:30 PM. It will be catered with BBQ and sides. Bring your own desserts and beverages. Please make plans to attend this fun event.
Children’s Ministry: Our last summer playdate is coming up on Friday, July 31st. Meet at the Athens Kiddie Karnival for food, fun, and fellowship. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Email Ashley at aoturnbull@gmail.com for more information or to be added to our children’s ministry email list.
CARE Center Ministry: For those who signed up to provide school supplies (for adopted/sponsored children), the bags and supplies are due today. Please drop them off at the table in the narthex.
Church Directory: If you are a member and haven’t gotten your picture or contact info into the new church directory software, please see Adam Turnbull or email him at turnbullaw@gmail.com for assistance. Joe Fikes will also be taking photos today after the service in the Sunday School wing.
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, Janet Chou, Ramona Edwards, Nancy Bright, Katie Brown, Doug Robinson, and Billy Cranford.
Expecting/adopting parents: Please pray for the 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); Ken and Angie Burnett (FCA)