First Presbyterian Church. January 15, :00 a.m.

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1 First Presbyterian Church January 15, :00 a.m.

2 Prelude FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA) SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY January 15, 2012, 10:00 a.m. Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Welcome and Announcements GATHERING AROUND GOD S WORD Introit You have called us to be faithful in our life and ministry. We respond in grateful worship joined in one community. When we blur Your gracious image, focus us and make us whole. Healed and strengthened as Your people, we move on toward Your goal. *Call to Worship God, you have searched me and know me. Before a word is on my tongue, you know it. Wherever I go, you lay your hand upon me. Far beyond our understanding are your thoughts and your ways. Wonderful are your works, mighty God. We praise your holy name! *Hymn 474 *Call to Confession *Prayer of Confession O Splendor of God s Glory Bright Mighty God, you are the Creator of all, yet we confess that we have not served you with the fullness of commitment you deserve. You call, O God, but we fail to listen. You ask us to follow, but we go our own way. You offer us new life, but we tread old, familiar paths that are empty and barren. In your mercy, loving God, forgive our sin. Replace our waywardness with faithful trust. Renew our spirits by your Spirit. Free our hearts from the grip of sin. Lead us to follow and serve Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Time for silent confession. And all God s people said: Amen. *Declaration of Forgiveness

3 WELCOME TO FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Located at 1051 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, Tennessee Mailing address: P.O. Box 6106, Oak Ridge, TN Telephone: (865) ; Fax: (865) Web page: STAFF OF FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Interim Pastor... Craig Hendrix Director of Music... Anna Thomas Organist... Jim Allen Parish Nurse... Meg Tonne Director of Youth and Children s Ministries... Hannah Norris Office Manager... Diane Ciarlette Nursery... Bobbie Peters Craig s cell phone number is Birthdays Anniversaries Jan 15 Jan 16 Jan 16 Jan 18 Jan 18 Jan 20 Jan 20 Bart Hadden Kathy Martin Kate Porter Madeline Stone Scott Trowbridge Susan Burne Debra Stone THE FLOWERS for today are given to the glory of God by Ted Atkinson.

4 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK OF January 15, 2012 Church office hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - noon and 12:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Today (2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time) 9:00 a.m. Sunday School-The Early Bird Class 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Sunday School No PYC Monday 12:00 noon Men s Lunch, Shoney s 6:00 p.m. Boy Scout Troop 42 Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Session Committee Meeting (Meets in Room 6) Thursday 7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal Next Sunday (Third Sunday in Ordinary Time) 9:00 a.m. Sunday School-The Early Bird Class 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Sunday School 5:00 p.m. PYC Health Care and Retirement Communities Homebound Anna Kathryn Atkinson Bill Marshall Boyd and Carol Coker Oris Bullock Martha Nichols Oakley Crawford Katherine Dillon Jo Pierce Sandra Edwards Margaret Hunt Pat Rush Doug Kwasnoski Lois Lacy Lillian Lafferty Fern Latimer Dick and Kay Lord Jo Rennich

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7 *Glory be to the Father Glory to God, Whose Goodness Shines on Me SEE BACK *The Peace of Christ Since God has forgiven us in Christ, let us forgive one another. The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. And also with you. Let us share the peace of Christ with one another. Anthem We Rejoice to Be God s Chosen John Bell GOD S WORD Time with the Children Charles Washington, Jr. Children, first grade and younger, may go to activity time in the Children s Library, upstairs in the Education Building. Old Testament Reading 1 Samuel 16: 1-13 (To begin the psalm, choir sings refrain, the congregation sings refrain. All sing refrain as indicated between the verses.) Refrain God of mercy, god of grace, show the brightness of your face; Shine up on us, Savior, shine, fill us with your light divine. Refrain Let the people praise you, Lord, Be by all that live adored; At your feet their tribute pay, And your holy will obey. Refrain Let the nations shout and sing, Glory to their Savior bring; All below and all above, Sing your praise with joy and love. Refrain Let the people praise you; Lord, Earth shall then its fruits afford; Shine upon us, Savior, shine, Fill us with your light divine. Refrain

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9 THANKS TO TODAY S VOLUNTEERS! Liturgist: Kathy Carney-Layendecker Fellowship Host: Tryge and Elizabeth Myhre Time with Children: Charles Washington, Jr. Children s Activity Time: Anne Backus, Ashley Hadden and Nicole Markley Ushers: George Darko, Carolyn Krause, Dave Mullins, Walt Porter, Jack Russell, Elizabeth Myhre and Nicole Markley Sound Guild: Sydney Murray Counters: George Darko and John B. Drake Opening and Closing: Dave Mullins and Mike Hilliard ANNOUNCEMENTS THE NURSERY is located on the first floor of the Education Building. HEARING ASSISTANCE receiver units and CHILDREN S BULLETINS are available from the ushers. SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES can be accessed on-line at For print copies or recordings of the worship service, contact the church office. WELCOME VISITORS! Everyone is invited to join us for refreshments following worship in the Fellowship Hall (directly behind the sanctuary). If you have questions about this church or about the Presbyterian Church (USA), please contact us for more information at We would be glad to answer your questions. January 15, Adult Bible Study, 11:15 a.m. The Parlor. Will look at the life of David from Servant to King. January 15, 2012 Adult Church School Class Enough God s Blessing in Abundance, 11:15 a.m., Room 6 (next to Sanctuary entrance). Health Luncheons will resume on Wednesday, January 18 th at 12 Noon. Dr. David Wood, Board Certified Interventional Cardiologist will speak on Loving Your Heart. The program is free and open to the community. The lunch is $5.00. Please call the church office for reservations. Come and bring a friend! January 22, EKG Readings after Sunday Service. Ecumenical Storehouse Workers Needed Next month (February) our church will provide volunteer adults and youth to staff the storehouse from 8:45 a.m. until 12 noon on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday mornings. On Monday, Wednesday and Friday we need 4 workers to help clients select items. On Saturday, we need 4 to 6 men and 2 or 3 trucks to pick up items at residences and return them to the storehouse. If you can help with this project sign up on the counter in Fellowship hall. For more information call Ted Atkinson at

10 Announcements Continued - January 21, 2011 Children s Monthly Activity All children and their families are invited to come join in the fun. This month we ll be celebrating the season of winter with winter crafts, stories, snacks, and more Please join us from 3 p.m.-5 p.m. and invite your friends to come too! Calling All Chili Chefs and Connoisseurs Reminder. It s that time again. For the connoisseurs, it s time to prepare your stomachs and taste buds for some of the best chilis around. There will be breads, desserts and fixin s. Similar to last year, you can purchase poker chips at $1 each to vote for your favorite chili. This year proceeds will be split between Belize Missions and Youth Missions. It s time for the 2nd Annual First Presbyterian Chili Cook-off!! Sign up in the fellowship hall on Sundays through January!

11 New Testament Lesson John 1: Sermon Rev. Craig Hendrix Newly Elected Elders Come Forward Reaffirmation of the Baptismal Covenant Sentences of Scripture * Profession of Faith From Shepherd to King RESPONDING TO GOD S WORD Trusting in the gracious mercy of God, do you turn from the ways of sin ad renounce evil and its power in the word? I do Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept him as your Lord and Savior, trusting in his grace and love? I do. Will you be Christ s faithful disciple, obeying his word and showing his love? I will, with God s help. With the whole church, let us confess our faith using the words of the Apostles Creed. Do you believe in God, the Father almighty? I believe in God, the Father the Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Do you believe in Jesus Christ? I believe in Jesus Christ, God s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. Do you believe in the Holy Spirit? I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen

12 Thanksgiving for Baptism and the Lord s Prayer (Traditional, p 16, Hymnal) Remembering your Baptism Hymn 525 Here I Am Lord Everyone please join in singing and quiet prayer. Those who wish to do so may come forward and touch the water or receive a prayer of blessing from the pastor. Ordination and Installation of Elders There are variety of gifts, but it is the same Spirit who gives them. There are different ways of serving God, but it is the same Lord who is served. God works through each person in a unique way,, but it is God s purpose that is accomplished. To each is given a gift of the Spirit to be sued for the common good. Together we are the body of Christ, and individually members of it. The Constitutional Questions Prayer and Declaration of Ordination and Installation Charge Offering of Tithes and Gifts Offertory *Praise god, from Whom All Blessings Flow No. 592 *Dedication of Gifts OLD HUNDRETH SENDING US OUT TO BE GOD S WORD IN THE WORLD *Hymn 524 Holy Spirit, Lord of Love *Congregational Response May the road rise to meet you, May the wind blow at your back, May the sun shine warmly on your face; May the rain fall softly on your field; and until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand. Amen *Postlude *All who are able please stand. Text printed in Bold Italics to be read in unison by the people