Service of Installation for Michael Eugene Cannon, Jr

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1 The Commission of the Mississippi Valley Presbytery to install Reverend Michael Cannon as Pastor of Providence Presbyterian Church, Clinton, MS THE INSTALLATION COMMISSION Mr. Paul Adams Mr. Chris Govero Mr. Lester Harrison Mr. Harold Miller Mr. Steve McNair Mr. Bill Pleasant Rev. Ken Elliott Rev. Don Malin, Chairman November 20, 2016 Service of Installation for Michael Eugene Cannon, Jr

2 Prayer for Congregation and Minister The Pronouncement Rev. Ken Elliot RE Lester Harrison The Preparation For Worship Prelude and Silent Prayer Mrs. Janet Taylor I now pronounce and declare that Michael Cannon has been regularly elected and installed as Pastor of this congregation, agreeable to the Word of God, and according to the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church in America; and that as such he is entitled to all support, encouragement, honor and obedience in the Lord. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Charge to the Minister Introduction of the Commission to Install Charge to the Congregation Rev. John Reeves Opening Hymn Holy, Holy, Holy No. 100 The Response and Blessing *Hymn The Church s One Foundation No. 347 *Benediction Rev. Michael Cannon The Adoration Of God *Call to Worship Titus 3:5 RE Chris Govero He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and the renewal of the Holy Spirit. *Prayer of Adoration and Lord s Prayer RE Harold Miller *Hymn of Praise Before the Throne vs 1 Choir vs 2,3 All *Closing Hymn There is a Redeemer Keith Green There is a Redeemer Jesus, God s own Son Precious Lamb of God, Messiah Ho-ly One Thank you, O my Father For giving us Your Son And leaving Your Spirit till The work on earth is done *Postlude *Congregation standing as able

3 Psalm 46 Confession Of Our Need Of Christ And God s Grace Scripture Reading Psalm 33:20-22 RE Steve McNair Corporate Confession of Sin All Our God in heaven, if You should mark iniquities, who could stand? We know that if we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. Not one of us does good, no, not one. We have stiffened our necks against Your will, hardened our hearts to Your Word, refused to hear Your voice, pulled away from Your loving embrace, despised correction, and forgotten You in our thoughts. Yes, we have sinned against You. Father, we repent. We come to Christ, who has promised rest for our souls. We take His yoke upon us. We desire to learn from Him. Grant that we may bring forth the fruits of repentance from sincere hearts, which are precious in Your sight. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen. The Assurance of Pardon Romans 5: 6-8 RE John Spears While we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Response Of Thanksgiving Choral Anthem My Hope is Built on Nothing Less Craig Courtney Prayer Scripture Lesson RE Bill Pleasant Psalter Psalm 46

4 Questions for the Ordained Minister 1. Are you now willing to take charge of this congregation as their Pastor, agreeable to your declaration in accepting this call? 2. Do you conscientiously believe and declare, as far as you know your own heart, that, in taking upon this charge, you are influenced by a sincere desire to promote the glory of God and the good of the Church? 3. Do you solemnly promise that, by the assistance of the grace of God, you will endeavor faithfully to discharge the duties of a Pastor to this congregation, and will be careful to maintain a deportment in all respects becoming a Minister of the Gospel of Christ, agreeable to you ordination engagements? Questions for the Congregation 1. Do you, the people of this congregation, continue to profess your readiness to receive Michael Cannon whom you have called to be your Pastor? 2. Do you promise to receive the word of truth from his mouth with meekness and love, and to submit to him in the due exercise of discipline? 3. Do you promise to encourage him in his labors, and to assist his endeavors for your instruction and spiritual edification? 4. Do you engage to continue to give him while he is your Pastor, that competent worldly maintenance which you have promised, and to furnish him with whatever you may see needful for the honor of religion and for his comfort among you? Before the Throne of God

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