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1 SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE 8:30 & 11:00 A.M. Pastor... Rev. Dr. L. Holton Siegling, Jr. Associate Pastor of Young Adult Ministries... Rev. Mark D. Lampley Pastor Emeritus... Rev. Dr. William R. Barron Director of Music... Andrew Skoog Organist/Pianist... Dr. Eunsuk Jung Director of Children s Ministries... Mary Emily Morris Director of Youth Ministries... Sonya D. Ewell Parish Nurse... Laurette M. Beekman Business Manager...Noah Allen 3700 Keowee Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee Tel Fax:

2 Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church ORDER OF WORSHIP January 17, 2016 Eight thirty and Eleven O clock We are glad that you are here worshipping with us and blessing us with your presence. Please use the meditation verse to prayerfully prepare to worship. SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OPENING SENTENCES AND PASSING THE PEACE:... Leonard Knight MEDITATION: Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, so that he may exalt you in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:6-7) SILENT PRAYER GATHERING IN GOD S PRESENCE PRELUDE: Oh, Wondrous Type! Oh, Vision Fair... Stephen Gabrielsen WELCOME AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCIPLESHIP... Dr. Holton Siegling CHORAL INTROIT The attendance registers are in the pews, next to the center aisle. Please sign and pass them on to the person sitting next to you. CALL TO WORSHIP... Rev. Mark Lampley People: All: How precious is your steadfast love, O God! All people may take refuge in the shadow of your wings. They feast on the abundance of your house, and you give them drink from the river of your delight. For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light. Your steadfast love, O God, extends to the heavens, Your faithfulness to the clouds. * HYMN OF PRAISE: Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty!... Hymn No. 138 * PRAYER OF ADORATION (In Unison): Almighty and most merciful God, from whom cometh every good and perfect gift, we give praise and thanks for all Thy mercies; for the goodness that has created us, the bounty that sustains us, the patience that never gives up on us, the love that has redeemed us. Grant in this act of worship today a heart full of love, a mind inclined to truth, and the will to serve Jesus Christ, who alone is our hope and our salvation. Amen. * SILENT CONFESSION * ASSURANCE OF PARDON It is not possible that we should save ourselves, but all things are possible with God.

3 People: The mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting upon those who fear him. I declare to you, in the name of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. * GLORIA PATRI (congregation sings): Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen. CHILDREN S TIME (As the children come forward, the congregation shall sing He s Got the Whole World in His Hands ) He's got the whole world in His hands. He's got the whole world in His hands. He's got the whole world in His hands. He's got the whole world in His hands. He's got you and me brother in His hands. He's got you and me sister in His hands. He's got everybody here in his hands. He's got the whole world in His hands. (Following the Children s Time, children age four through first grade should meet their greeters for Children & Worship. Children should be picked up in the hallway below the Sanctuary after the worship service.) LISTENING FOR GOD * ANTHEM: Praise Ye the Lord of Hosts... Camille Saint-Saëns OLD TESTAMENT LESSON: 2 Kings 6: Pew Bible, Page 337 PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE THE LORD S PRAYER: Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen. * HYMN OF WORSHIP: All Things Bright and Beautiful... Hymn No. 267 NEW TESTAMENT LESSON: John 2: Pew Bible, Page 93 People: This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SERMON: There's No Problem Too Small For God... Dr. Holton Siegling * DOXOLOGY (congregation sings): * PRAYER OF DEDICATION RESPONDING TO GOD S WORD Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

4 OFFERTORY: Make Me a Channel of Your Peace... Mark Hayes Jack Francis, tenor * THE APOSTLES CREED: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ His only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. * HYMN OF DEDICATION: This Is My Father s World... Hymn No. 293 * CHARGE AND BENEDICTION * CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE:... (Hymn No. 210, verse 5) Our God, our help in ages past, Our hope for years to come, Be Thou our guard while life shall last, And our eternal home. POSTLUDE: Postlude... A. Schreiner Large print bulletins, Bibles, Hymnals, and Assisted Listening Devices are available upon request. Ushers are available to assist you with these items. *Please stand if you are able Occurs at the 11 o clock service only If you feel the Spirit of God moving you to affirm your faith in Jesus, please speak to a pastor following the service or contact them this week at the church. May applause resound in our hearts as we ascribe to the Lord the glory of His Name. TODAY CALENDAR 8:30 A.M. - Worship Service (Sanctuary) 9:30 A.M. - Sunday School (see CE brochure) 10:00 A.M. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 10:45 A.M. - Congregational Meeting (Sanctuary) 11:00 A.M. - Worship Service (Sanctuary) MONDAY CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED TUESDAY 8:15 8:45 A.M. - Tai Chi Set Practices (Barron Hall) 9:00 A.M. - FISH (Barron Hall) - Exercise Class (Barron Hall) WEDNESDAY 8:15 8:45 A.M. - Tai Chi Set Practices (Barron Hall) 10:30 A.M. - Wednesday Bible Study (Fowler Conference Room) 4:30 P.M. - Joyful Praise Choir (Upper Conference Room) - Joyful Noise Choir (Children & Worship Room) 5:15 P.M. - Wednesday Night Fellowship (Barron Hall)

5 - Infant/Toddler Childcare (Room 204) 6:00 P.M. - Women in the Word (45+) (Room 322) - Young Women s Bible Study (Room 320) - Youth Girls Bible Study (Reception Room) - Youth Guys Bible Study (Youth Room) - Preschool/Elementary Fun & Games (Front Lawn) 7:00 P.M. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) THURSDAY 8:15 8:45 A.M. - Tai Chi Set Practices (Barron Hall) 9:00 A.M. - Exercise Class (Barron Hall) FRIDAY 7:00 A.M. - Men s Bible Studies (various locations) 8:00 A.M. - Men s Bible Study (Neighborhood Nerds) 9:30 A.M. - Tai Chi (Barron Hall) SATURDAY 10:00 A.M. - Christopher Quinn s Boot Camp (Barron Hall) 12:00 P.M. - Minnows Food Delivery (off site) ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE YOU A VISITOR WITH US TODAY? We are delighted that you are here. If you would like more information about Sequoyah Church, please speak to an usher or visit our website at THERE IS A CONGREGATIONAL MEETING TODAY at 10:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary for the purpose of presenting the 2016 operating budget and approving changes in the Pastors terms of call. THE CANDELABRA FLOWERS are given to the glory of God in honor of Ashley Grossman and Michael Broyles, who were married yesterday in the Chapel. SUNDAY YOUTH PROGRAMMING will resume next week. everyone on the high school ski trip this weekend! Please pray for THE NEXT NEWCOMERS CLASS is scheduled for Sundays, January 24 and 31 in the Spitzer Building Library for anyone who would like more information about the church or joining SHPC. INTERESTED IN KNOWING WHAT PRESBYTERIANS BELIEVE? Holton Siegling will discuss major doctrines on Sunday, January 24 at 9:30 a.m. in the Spitzer Building Library. While this is part of the Newcomers Class, all are welcome to attend. THE CHURCH OFFICE IS CLOSED ON MONDAY to observe the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. FISH NEEDS for this month include Toilet Paper, Soap, and Dishwashing Liquid. Please bring any donations to the church office by tomorrow. If you can help deliver groceries, contact Kim Zirkle at or squeeze84@comcast.net. THE YOUNG ADULT SUPPER CLUB will meet Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. at Carolina Ale House. Contact Mark Lampley if you re interested in attending. WEDNESDAY NIGHT FELLOWSHIP: The catered meal begins at 5:15 p.m. and includes Fried Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans and Apple Pie. THE ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF IS JANUARY 27 TH! Call to sign up to bring a crock pot (enough to feed 8-10 people) of your favorite chili to share. Entries

6 should be submitted by January 21 for planning purposes. The church will supply the chili fixins and drinks. There is no charge for dinner on January 27 th. CONTACT CARE LINE S ART OF LISTENING TRAINIING begins January 21 and runs every Thursday through March 10 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at SHPC. For more information or to register, go to or call SEEKING TO DO A FAMILY SERVICE ACTIVITY? Help feed Knoxville s hungry by volunteering one hour this Saturday. We meet at West Knox Food Pantry then deliver food to homes. Contact Mark Lampley at to help! THE MONDAY MOVIE ON JANUARY 25 TH features The Intern starring Robert De Niro and Anne Hathaway. WE ARE COLLECTING CAN GOODS on Sunday, February 7 for Scout Sunday and the Souper Bowl of Caring to be donated to the FISH Pantry. YOUNG ADULTS are encouraged to let Matt Reed know if you plan to participate in their gathering at Which Way Out? on Saturday, February, 6 at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $20, but reservations are needed by Sunday, January 31. Space is very limited, so contact Matt (mreed13@gmail.com) if you plan to attend. SAVE THE DATE: MANTREAT AT MONTREAT April 1-3 for men focusing on your personal journey of faith through prayer, workshops, and activities (golf on a par 5 course anyone?). Contact Mark (mlampley@sequoyahchurch.org) if interested. VOLUNTEER DRIVERS (21 years old, 3 years driving experience, and an excellent driving record) are needed to drive seniors and people with disabilities to various activities through the CAC s Volunteer Assisted Transportation Program. Volunteers will drive agency-owned vehicles and receive first aid and CPR training. Call or nancy.welch@cactrans.org for more information. THIS SUNDAY S VOLUNTEERS ARE: Greeter Denise Anderson; Ushers Al Akerman, Ned Babb, Sam Bills, Rusty Burton, Sandy Gillespie, Beau Hannifin, Vance Link, Jim Mitchell, Judd Spitzer and Jerry Sinclair; December Flowers Denise Anderson, Murray Ayres, Chandra Becker, Sunny Biden, Samma Bromley, Helen Bruner, Anne Callaway, Frank Callaway, Kathryn Callaway, Ellyn Cauble, Dan Cauble, Elene Cazana, Jan Cobble, Brandy Downing, Peyton Drysdale, Victoria Frazier, Cammy Glover, Barbara Greenblatt, Gail Grossman, Sarvee Grossman, Janie Hall, Marion Hannifin, Cathy Hasson, Nancy Hays, Cathy Henry, Lynn Hosenfeld, Donna Kedrow, Rachel Frey Kelso, Judy Luttrell, Katie Martin, Wendy Matthews, Adrianne McPeake, Karen Reed, Susan Schmid, Ashley Stamper, Nancy Stanley, Beth Sterchi, Tamara Warner, Ann Weigel, Lynn VanderNaald, and Cathy Youmans. IN THE NURSING HOMES AND ASSISTED LIVING CENTERS: Arbor Terrace Mary Seals, Donna Stevens; Ben Atchley State Veterans Home Mr. Allen McCowan; Brookdale Mrs. Jeanette Carlson and Mr. Tom Stephenson; Clarity Pointe Mrs. Barbara Knoph; Little Creek Mrs. Barbara Gilbertson and Mrs. Freddie Read; Shannondale Healthcare Mrs. Varina Jenkins LaNieve; Sherrill Hills Dr. Scotty Dunford and Mrs. Frank (Anita) Wedge; Westmoreland Ms. Pat Gray; Family members are asked to grant permission to the facility administration to contact the church when members are hospitalized.

3700 Keowee Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee Tel Fax:

3700 Keowee Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee Tel Fax: SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE 8:30 & 11:00 A.M. Pastor... Rev. Dr. L. Holton Siegling, Jr. Associate Pastor of Young Adult Ministries... Rev. Mark D. Lampley Pastor Emeritus... Rev. Dr. William