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1 SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE 8:30 and 11:00 A.M. Interim Pastor... Rev. Dr. Steve Eason Associate Pastor of Young Adult Ministries... Rev. Mark Lampley Associate Pastor of Older Adult Ministries... Rev. Rachel Hamburger Pastor Emeritus... Rev. Dr. William Barron Director of Music... Andrew Skoog Organist/Pianist... Dr. Eunsuk Jung Director of Children s Ministries... Mary Emily Morris Director of Youth Ministries... Laura Cutter Parish Nurse... Laurette Beekman Business Manager...Noah Allen 3700 Keowee Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee Tel Fax:

2 Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church ORDER OF WORSHIP January 28, 2018 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(s) to prayerfully prepare to worship. CHIMING OF THE HOUR FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OPENING SENTENCES AND PASSING THE PEACE... Robyn Doiron MEDITATION: When you are praying, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do; for they think that they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him. Matthew 6:7-8 GATHERING IN GOD S PRESENCE SILENT PRAYER PRELUDE: "As with Gladness Men of Old"... Wayne L. Wold WELCOME AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCIPLESHIP... Rev. Mark Lampley Attendance registers are in the pews, next to the center aisle. Please sign and pass them on to the person sitting next to you. CHORAL INTROIT CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Sing to the Lord a new song; People: Sing to the Lord, all the earth. Leader: Give thanks to God with your whole heart. People: Great are the works of the Lord. Let us worship God. * HYMN OF PRAISE: Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven... Hymn No. 478 * PRAYER OF CONFESSION: (in unison) Gracious Lord, hear our prayer. We have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed. You have created us, and yet, we have willfully abandoned you. We are not worthy of your love and grace. Forgive us, and restore us to a rightful place with you, and with one another. Though Christ we pray. Amen. * SILENT CONFESSION * ASSURANCE OF PARDON Leader: People: All: As we turn from our old ways and respond with faith to Christ s call, We receive the assurance that we shall be saved. Thanks be to God.

3 * 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... Mark Lampley (As the children come forward, the congregation shall sing Jesus Loves Me! ) Jesus loves me! This I know, for the Bible tells me so. Little ones to Him belong, they are weak, but He is strong. Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! The Bible tells me so. (Following the Children s Time, children age four through first grade should meet their greeters for Children & Worship. Children should be picked up below the Sanctuary after the service.) LISTENING FOR GOD ANTHEM: Our Father... Craig Courtney OLD TESTAMENT READING: Psalm 8... Pew Bible, Page 466 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: Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee... Hymn No. 310 NEW TESTAMENT LESSON: Matthew 6: Pew Bible, Page 5 Leader: People: This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SERMON: The Lord s Prayer, Our Father... Rev. Dr. Steve Eason * 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. OFFERTORY: Be Thou My Vision... arr. Isaac Lowder Griffen Tracy, bass * 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

4 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: Lord, I Want to Be a Christian... Hymn No. 372 * CHARGE AND BENEDICTION * CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE: What a Friend We Have in Jesus... Hymn 403 What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear! What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer! O what peace we often forfeit, O what needless pain we bear, All because we do not carry everything to God in prayer! POSTLUDE: Schonster Herr Jesu"... by Gregory Hamilton Large-print bulletins, Bibles, hymnals, and assisted-listening devices (Bluetooth and t- coil compatible) are available upon request. Lightweight shawls are hanging on the coat rack for anyone who would like a little extra warmth. Ushers are available to assist you with these items. Please let us know how we can further assist you. 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 one this week at the church. May applause resound in our hearts as we ascribe to the Lord the glory of His Name! TODAY * Please stand if you are able. Occurs at the 8:30 Service only. Occurs at the 11:00 Service only. CALENDAR 8:30 A.M. - Worship Service (Sanctuary) 9:15 A.M. - Fellowship Coffee Cart (Bell Tower) 9:30 A.M. - Sunday School (see CE brochure) 10:30 A.M. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room) 11:00 A.M. - Worship Service (Sanctuary) 6:30 P.M. - Middle School Sunday Night Fellowship (Barron Hall) MONDAY 10:30 A.M. - Staff Meeting (Fowler Conference Room) 3:00 P.M. - Monday Movie Matinee (Media Room) 6:00 P.M. - Grief Care (Room 320) 6:30 P.M. - Marriage Enrichment (Media Room) TUESDAY 8:15 8:45 A.M. - Tai Chi Set Practices (Barron Hall) 9:00 A.M. - 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) 4:30 P.M. - Joyful Praise Choir (Upper Conference Room) - Joyful Noise Choir (Children & Worship Room) 5:30 P.M. - Wednesday Night Fellowship (Barron Hall)

5 6:00 P.M. - Infant/Toddler Childcare (Room 204) - Preschool/Elementary Fun & Games (Media Room) - Youth Small Groups (The Loft) - Women in the Word Bible Study (Room 320) 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) 8:30 A.M. - Men s Bible Study (The Empty Cup) 10:00 A.M. - Tai Chi (Barron Hall) 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 THE NEWCOMERS CLASSES for visitors and new members concludes today at 9:30 A.M. in the Spitzer Building Library. All are welcome. THERE IS A CONGREGATIONAL MEETING TODAY at 10:50 A.M. in the Sanctuary for the purpose of presenting the 2018 operating budget and approving changes in the pastors terms of call. CHURCH DIRECTORIES HAVE ARRIVED! Every family or individual who had their picture taken can pick up a free directory this morning in the Tower entrance. Directories are labeled alphabetically for your convenience. Please initial beside your name on the list provided that you have taken your copy. THE MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE is tomorrow at 3:00 P.M. in the Media Room. This month s movie is A United Kingdom, the story of King Seretse Khama of Botswana and how his loving but controversial marriage to a British white woman, Ruth Williams, put his kingdom into political and diplomatic turmoil. GRIEF CARE BEGINS TOMORROW at 6:00 P.M. in the Spitzer Education Building. Featuring video instruction and group discussion, this eight-week ministry offers help and hope to those who have lost someone they love, either recently or several years ago. Call to register. WEDNESDAY NIGHT FELLOWSHIP this week will feature Salsarita s Chicken Tacos, Mexican rice, salad, and dessert. The catering line opens at 5:15. SHEEP REGISTRATION is now open to non-enrolled church members as space allows. The deadline to register your child is Tuesday, February 6. Green registration forms are available at the SHEEP information shelf in the Spitzer Building lobby. Contact Courtney Goff at or cgoff@sequoyahchurch.org for more information. CUB SCOUT PACK 39, which is chartered by SHPC, is participating in the national Scouting for Food event. If you have canned food or toiletries you would like to donate to FISH Pantries, please bring them on Sunday, February 4, when Troop 39 will be at the 11:00 service for National Scouting Day. They will transport all donations to the FISH warehouse. Particular needs include toiletries such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, bar soap, diapers, wet wipes, lotions, dishwashing liquid, etc.

6 WE EXPRESS OUR LOVE AND SYMPATHY to the family and friends of Anita Wedge, who died on Friday, January 19; and to Bobbie Campbell, Ed Campbell, Paige Troutman and family on the death of Ed Campbell on Tuesday, January 23. I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. John 11:25-26 FROM THE MISSION ENDEAVORS COMMITTEE: There will be a Westminster Presbyterian Church Mission Trip June 16 to 24 to offer eye clinics and Vacation Bible School in the Dominican Republic. An informational meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 31, at 6:30 P.M. at Westminster Presbyterian (6500 S. Northshore Drive) if you d like to participate. THE ANNUAL SOUP AND CHILI BRING & SHARE is Wednesday, February 21. Call the church office at to sign-up to bring a crockpot full of your favorite soup or chili to share. Please bring enough for 8-10 people. Let us know now for planning purposes for this fun meal. Soup or chili should be brought to Barron Hall by 4:45 P.M. on Wednesday, February 21. The church will supply salad, drinks, and dessert. Note: there is no cost for the Bring & Share dinner. THE 2018 WOMEN S RETREAT is March 2 to 4 at RT Lodge in Maryville. There are a few rooms left, so registration has been extended. Sign up today on the church website. THE YOUNGER WOMEN S BIBLE STUDY resumes on Wednesday, February 21, at 6:00 P.M. THIS SUNDAY S VOLUNTEERS: Greeter Jill Gilbertson; Ushers Al Akerman, Ned Babb, Joe Bruner, Rusty Burton, Sandy Gillespie, Beau Hannifin, Lee Hyde, Vance Link, Jim Mitchell, Jerry Sinclair, and Judd Spitzer; December Flowers Denise Anderson, Murray Ayres, Sunny Biden, Helen Bruner, Anne Callaway, Frank Callaway, Kathryn Callaway, Ellyn Cauble, Jan Cobble, Stephanie Daniel, Robyn Doiron, Brandy Downing, Peyton Drysdale, Alex Ewell, Victoria Frazier, Cammy Glover, Gail Grossman, Cathy Hasson, Cathy Henry, Stevens Koella, Judy Luttrell, Wendy Matthews, Adrianne McPeake, Mary Annie McPeake, Susan Schmid, Joyce Simms, and Cathy Youmans. IN THE NURSING HOMES AND ASSISTED-LIVING CENTERS: Arbor Terrace Donna Stevens; Clarity Pointe Mrs. Barbara Knoph; Shannondale Healthcare Mrs. Varina Jenkins LaNieve; Westmoreland Ms. Pat Gray and Mr. Tom Wood.

SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY May 27, 2018

SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY May 27, 2018 GATHERING WELCOME Dr. Steve Eason PRELUDE Come, Thou Almighty King Healy Willan OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCIPLESHIP CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: This is the day the Lord has