MAY 4, 2014 SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER YOUTH SUNDAY 8:30 and 11:00 AM

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1 MAY 4, 2014 SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER YOUTH SUNDAY 8:30 and 11:00 AM GATHERING OPENING SENTENCES Mark DeVries VOLUNTARY(8:30) Watching the Wheat Amanda Arrants (11:00) Minuetto and Presto by Haydn Claire Brantley *CALL TO WORSHIP (Written by Clare Gilmore) Clare Gilmore and Matthew Haynes Female Leader: God calls together the body of Christ. You are a chosen people, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.

2 People: He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. Male Leader: Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness. People: Leaders: People: And all things will be given to you as well. Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. Let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us. *PROCESSIONAL HYMN 826 Lift High the Cross CRUCIFER WELCOME AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCIPLESHIP Lilly Wimberly, Will Singer MINUTE FOR MISSIONS Erin Anderson, Keifer Thomas PRAYER OF ADORATION CALL TO CONFESSION Mary Caton Peffen Chandler Telfer PRAYER OF CONFESSION (Written by Chandler Telfer) Lord of infinite joy and beauty, we acknowledge the ways in which we have distracted ourselves with temporary things; the ways we have worshipped the created and forgotten the Creator. Forgive us for neglecting fellowship with You on a daily basis, missing out on the joy that You offer to our souls. Lord, reveal our brokenness to us, and any pride that restricts us from the enjoyment of knowing You. SILENT CONFESSION ASSURANCE OF PARDON Casey Caldwell *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Gloria Patri Hymn 581 THE WORD PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Sarah Elliott Living God, help us to hear Your Word that we may truly understand; that, understanding, we may believe; and believing, we may follow Your way in all faithfulness, seeking Your honor and glory in all that we do. Amen.

3 OLD TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE READING Pastor: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. Liz Curtis Psalm 34:8-14, page 508 NEW TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE READING Bailey Perrone 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, page 181 Pastor: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. CHILDREN S BIBLE STORY Hayes Brown, William Holbrook, Ellie Osteen and McCall Nickels Children ages 4 and 5 are invited to Young Children and Worship in Room CW-110. HYMN OF PREPARATION 509 (seated) All Who Hunger, Gather Gladly HOLY MANNA SERMON Grey Reames, Chandler Hawkins, Sam Smith and Carson Hewett Jesus in the Kitchen RESPONSE OF THE PEOPLE *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Raygan Greer The Apostles Creed (Traditional) Hymnal Page 35 PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD S PRAYER Katherine Hawkins, Jack Hooper, Blake Patton, Richard Hawkins and Sally Krebs (Traditional - debts) Hymnal Page 35 COMMISSIONING OF THE YOUTH AND COLLEGE MISSION TRIPS (11:00) Mark DeVries INVITATION TO GIVING Christopher Arrants OFFERTORY Johnson, Taylor & Riddle Jesus, You Have Won Me Grace You ve shown me grace You ve lifted my shame Drawn me with loving kindness Washed whiter than snow You have redeemed and made me whole. Jesus You have won me You have broken every chain with love and mercy You have triumphed over death And You are worthy of glory and praise. Love You ve shown me love By leaving Your throne By bleeding and dying on a cross That wonderful cross That took all my guilt and sin away.

4 Shout it out and lift up one voice in worship Sing it out until all the earth can hear it Jesus is alive and He saves He rescues and saves. CCLI Song # Brian Johnson Jeremy Riddle Joel Taylor 2011 Bethel Music (Admin. by Bethel Music Publishing) For use solely with the SongSelect Terms of Use. All rights reserved. CCLI License # *PRESENTATION AND RESPONSE Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH *PRAYER OF DEDICATION William Schilling SENDING FORTH *HYMN OF COMMITMENT 69 Here I Am, Lord *CHARGE AND BENEDICTION *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE 547 Go, My Children, with My Blessing HERE I AM Mark DeVries AR HYD Y NOS The congregation will be seated for a moment of silent prayer after the Benediction. *CLOSING VOLUNTARY Fugue in C major, BuxWV 174 Dietrich Buxtehude * Those who are able, please stand Latecomers may be seated Please silence your cell phone as you enter the sanctuary. PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE Mark DeVries, Associate Pastor for Youth and Their Families Nick Bergin, Organist Cross Bearer: David Mwizerwa Musicians: Amanda Arrants, Claire Brantley, Christopher Arrants, William Richardson and Lark Morrison Sound Tech: Abby Vorhaus Ushers and Greeters: Hutt Cooke, William Gray, Jack Coyle, William Schilling, Hunter Cross, Patrick Miller, Katherine Woosley, Riley Frost, Michael Brandon, Damasi Nduwimana, Ben Barrier, Sam Hurd, Gracie Reed, Caroline Cameron, Christian Cantrell, Aubrey Oothout and Caleb Carpenter Bulletin Artwork: Riley Frost FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH extends a warm welcome in the name of Christ to all who worship with us today. If you are interested in joining First Presbyterian Church, please speak to the pastor or elder standing at the left of the pulpit, or you may call the church office during the week. WORSHIP REGISTRATION PADS Whether you are a first-time visitor or a long-time member, you can help us plan ministries by signing the worship registration pad, placed at the aisle end of your pew. FLOWERS on the chancel table are given to the glory of God and in honor of the Youth Staff and the graduating class of 2014 and in loving memory of Reuben Brooks by Avon Campredon.

5 YOUNG CHILDREN & WORSHIP is a ministry of worship preparation for young children and their parents. Parents and their children who are age 4 or 5 by September 1, 2013, are invited to participate (this includes children in the Faith, Hope, Love, and Mercy Sunday School classes). This ministry is offered during both 8:30 and 11:00 worship services and meets in Room CW-110, which is located in the Children s Ministry wing. Please reference the worship bulletin to know when to exit the sanctuary. We ask that children who are attending for the first time be accompanied by a parent. Please visit the church website to enroll your child in YC&W. Contact Deb O Brien (dobrien@fpcnashville.org) with questions. MOTHER AND INFANT QUIET ROOM Mothers of infants who need a quiet place for nursing or calming babies are welcome to use the Quiet Room. An audio feed of the worship service is provided. Check in with Karen Fitts in the Nursery to see if the Quiet Room is available for your use. JOIN US FOR COFFEE & DONUTS As is our Sunday morning custom, the First Presbyterian Church family gathers for a time of informal fellowship each Sunday between worship services in Courtenay Hall. Please join us downstairs this morning for coffee and donuts. ASSISTANCE FOR THOSE WITH DISABILITIES Hearing devices, largeprint hymnals, large-print bulletins, and large-print Bibles are available for worship and are located in the narthex on the table on the right side as you enter the front doors. If anyone has a need or disability requiring assistance or accommodation for any church activity, please contact the church office ( ). A/V OF WORSHIP AVAILABLE Worship service in Courtenay Hall has the audio-video transfer for each of the Sunday morning worship services. It is a smaller but still spacious area to worship that is wheelchair accessible, has low sensory stimulation and allows for more movement. If that atmosphere aids in your ability to worship, feel free to enjoy the service in Courtenay Hall. OFFICER PRAYER TIME Prayer requests for our congregation can be submitted to the church officers by filling out prayer request cards and depositing them in the Prayer Request Boxes, located in the narthex on the southeast wall and at the Welcome Center. Prayer request cards can be found in a rack attached to the Prayer Request Box. Officers meet each Wednesday at 4:30 P.M. in the Bryant Conference Room to lift up prayer requests to God. ADDRESS CHANGE? Change of address cards are available in the pew rack. Please inform the church of any change in your address and/or telephone number by completing a form and placing it in the collection plate. SERMONS preached at First Presbyterian Church are published weekly. You can log on to the church website ( to listen to an audio version or read a printed version of the sermon. Printed copies of the sermon can also be found in literature areas of the church (in the narthex and Welcome Center). THE NASHVILLE CHAMBER SINGERS IN CONCERT Today, at 4:00 P.M., the Nashville Chamber Singers will be joined by The Opus Chorale from Charleston, West Virginia, as they present a concert in the FPC Sanctuary. The concert is free and open to the public. HOLY COMMUNION Holy Communion will be observed on Sunday, May 18 at the 8:30, 10:55, 11:00 A.M. and 5:30 P.M. worship services. Prepare your hearts to celebrate this sign of Christ s love.

6 PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN SPRING GATHERING on May 20, at 6:00 P.M. at the home of Heather & Craig Buffkin. Please, no parking at the Buffkin home; complimentary shuttle service from the FPC Tyne lots will be provided. Catering by Emily Frith of The Corner Market. Tickets are $15. Contact Ginny Tindle with questions ( ). KIRKIN OF THE TARTAN, MAY 25 Join us on the FPC lawn after the Kirkin of the Tartan service for cookies, lemonade and fellowship. ICE CREAM CRANKIN TICKETS ON SALE NEXT SUNDAY Come celebrate the 120th anniversary of the founding of the Martha O Bryan Center at an Ice Cream Summer Social on Sunday, June 8, from 3:00 5:00 P.M. on the FPC lawn. All the homemade ice cream you can eat, live music and children s games. Tickets will be sold on Sundays in Courtenay Hall beginning on May 11. Pre-event cost is $8 for children age 2-12 and $10 for adults. If interested in ordering a large quantity, contact Patricia Heim in the Missions Office ( or pheim@fpcnashville.org). We need church members to help make ice cream and serve it, too, so get out that yummy flavor recipe you ve always enjoyed sharing with others. Sign-ups for Crankers also begin in Courtenay Hall on May 11. SIGN UP FOR THE FPC PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Photographs will be taken in the Memorial Library through the end of May. Sign up one of the following ways: Sunday Mornings: 9:30 11:00 A.M. in Courtenay Hall and the narthex, and only in the narthex after the 11:00 A.M. service. Online: fpcnashville.org. Weekday Photo Times: Tuesday-Friday, 2:00 9:00 P.M. and Saturdays, 10:00 A.M. 5:00 P.M. Questions? Contact Ginny Tindle ( ). SPRING WEDNESDAYS DINNER MENU The menu for May 7 is BBQ, beans, cole slaw, potato salad and dessert. The option of a plain piece of baked chicken and/or a baked Irish or sweet potato is available by contacting Ginny Tindle ( ). Make your reservations by noon on Mondays, either online at fpcnashville.org/congregation/wednesdays or by calling the church ( ). If you need to cancel a reservation, call the church by Monday at noon. Dinner begins at 5:00 P.M. THE 5:30 This service meets on Sunday evenings in The Gathering Place. Follow us on 2014 MOTHER S DAY MEN S CHOIR Calling all men of First Presbyterian Church: We have one more rehearsal for the Mother s Day Men s Choir! Rehearsal is at 9:45 A.M. in the Choir Room. We will sing at the 11:00 A.M. service on Mother s Day, May 11. Call Daphne Garey ( ) for information. WOMEN S SUMMER STUDY: ANN VOSKAMP S ONE THOUSAND GIFTS Join us on Tuesday mornings this summer as we learn from a best-selling author, and one another, about how to live fully in the moment and develop hearts of gratitude. June 10, 17, 24 and July 8, 15 and 22. 9:30 11:00 A.M. in Vance Hall. Study Guides will be available in the bookstore. Call Ginny Tindle to reserve your book ( ).

7 JUNE RAMSEY CLASS The Reverend Jessica Bratt will lead the June Ramsey Class today, May 11 and 25 in a discussion of N.T. Wright s book, Surprised by Hope. Rev. Bratt is an ordained minister in the Reformed Church in America and is entering her third year of doctoral studies at Vanderbilt. The class begins at 9:45 A.M. in the living room of the Cheek House. Everyone is invited. For full listing of classes, please visit our website or pick up an Adult Education brochure from the church literature areas. CAREER TRANSITION NETWORK Join us for an interactive networking event on Tuesdays, 8:00 9:30 A.M. in the Bryant Conference Room. For more information, contact Bill Kirby (billkirbyjr@gmail.com or ) VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT SAFE HAVEN FAMILY SHELTER Looking for a volunteer opportunity? Contact Mary Earthman (mearthman@bellsouth.net or ) to sign up to serve as an overnight host or provide dinner on any of the following Mondays: August 4 or October 6. Safe Haven is the only shelter serving homeless families in Nashville, located at rd Avenue South. MISSION TRIPS WITH THE OUTREACH FOUNDATION In addition to trips offered by FPC, The Outreach Foundation also offers mission trips with staff and board members serving as trip leaders to places such as Iraq, Pakistan, Cuba, Kenya, Mozambique and the Holy Land. Contact Lisa Dill (lisa@theoutreachfoundation.org or ) or visit theoutreachfoundation.org. MISSION TRIPS & SERVICE NOVEMBER 2014 DOMINICAN REPUBLIC MISSION TRIP November 1-7; medical personnel to offer services in local clinic and neighborhood locations; non-medical participants needed to assist in processing patients. Estimated cost, $1,300; $800 deposit and copy of your passport due August 1. Dr. Jim Cato is trip leader. FEBRUARY 2015 JAMAICA MISSION TRIP Trip dates are January 31 February 7; construction work and development of new church partner relationship; dentists to see local patients. Estimated trip cost is $1,500; $800 deposit and copy of your passport due October 1. Craig Buffkin and Nathan Brandon are trip leaders. FEBRUARY 2015 HAITI MISSION TRIP February 7 13; work on re-construction projects with partner agencies affected by earthquake; medical service component possible for qualified participants; expect rugged conditions. Cost is $1,300; $800 deposit and copy of your passport due October 1. JULY 2015 EAST AFRICA FAMILY MISSION TRIP July (may change); construction work on churches/schools and visits to mission projects supported by FPC; safari possible; children must be age 12 to participate; vaccines required. Costs being developed at this time; a $1,500 deposit and copy of your passport name page due by December 31; limit of 14 members in addition to FPC pastor. Dr. Bob LaGrone is trip leader. MISSION TRIP REGISTRATION Register from the church s website ( or contact Patricia Heim in the Missions office ( or pheim@fpcnashville.org). MISSION TRIP SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE Scholarship assistance is available for FPC members to participate in any FPC-sponsored mission trip. Contact Sandra Randleman ( or srandleman@fpcnashville.org) to submit a request.

8 For more information or to sign-up, contact , or visit our registration page: missions.fpcnashville.org/missions/register. FIRST FRIENDS ANNOUNCEMENTS n Wednesdays, Beginning May 14, Croquet on the Lawn Join your First Friends for Croquet on the Lawn, Wednesdays at 5:00 P.M., beginning May 14, on the grounds in front of the church. Box suppers (sandwich, chips, fruit, dessert and drink) will be available for $6 with reservation. Bring your lawn chairs and your croquet set if you have one. RSVP for box supper May 9. n May 18, Sunday Lunch, 12:00 P.M. Southern cooking at Nana s Diner in Nolensville. RSVP May 16. n Celebrating Rear Admiral Jerry Breast on May 22 12:00 P.M. Courtenay Hall. Jerry Breast contributes so much to the program and ministry here at First Presbyterian and is a Rear Admiral of the United States Navy (RET). We look forward to his filling us in on his life, his children, his roses and his outstanding career in the Navy. Buffet lunch opens at 12:00 P.M.; cost is $6. RSVP May 19 with Ginny Tindle ( or gtindle@fpcnashville.org). AGE-LEVEL MINISTRIES CHILDREN S MINISTRY AND NURSERY n Confirmation Examination and Family Celebration Luncheon, Today Immediately following 11:00 A.M. worship in Courtenay Hall. While confirmands meet with Session members, parents will hear about the FPC Youth Ministry and plans for 7th grade. n Musikgarten Registration for Summer and Fall The summer session begins tomorrow, at 11:00 A.M. Fall session will begin the week of September 8, classes will be available on Monday and Wednesday mornings at 11:00 A.M. The cost is $50; please register on the website (fpcnashville.org/onlineregistration.htm). Come join the fun! n Sunday, May 11, at 9:45 A.M. in Grundy Hall 5th graders and their parents meet for Confirmation orientation. Confirmation leaders Scott McConnell and Nathan Brandon will share what you can expect during this important step in the confirmation journey. n Calling You? Passing the faith to the next generation and preparing our children to say YES to Jesus invitation to come and follow me, doesn t just happen it takes adults who willingly offer themselves to the service of the Lord. You and your gifts are invaluable to the ministry we share with the children of FPC through the children s Sunday School ministry. Contact Deb O Brien ( or dobrien@fpcnashville.org) to discover the opportunities available for you to make a significant contribution in the life of this church and our children. n Vacation Bible School and Mission Camp June 23-26, 9:00 A.M. to Noon (ages four rising 3rd graders); Mission Camp (rising 4th 6th graders) ends at 2:00 P.M. Register now on the church website. To volunteer as a leader during Vacation Bible School, contact Tina Rose ( or trose@fpcnashville.org). VBS is in need of the following items: steel vegetable or fruit cans (washed and label removed please), medium-sized cardboard boxes, mailing tubes or cardboard tubes from wrapping paper. Bring them to Tina Rose s office at the church.

9 YOUTH ANNOUNCEMENTS n It s Youth Sunday! No Sunday School. n Youth Sunday Brunch TODAY! All youth and families are invited to a brunch in between services in The Gathering Place. We will be taking class pictures, so make sure you are there. Come celebrate the youth! n Great Escape: June 9-14 at Lee University Rising 7th and 8th graders will enjoy outdoor games and activities, fun and engaging speakers, worship, great music and self reflection before rafting the Ocoee River on the way back to Nashville. Register online or contact Millie Greiner. n Oklahoma Mission Trip: June We will assist in clean up and demolition, and build relationships with our brothers and sisters in the Midwest. We will also dive into scripture and teachings led by the youth staff and strengthen our ministry as we serve together. Register online or contact Millie Greiner. n The Motley Krewe Class 10:00 A.M. in Room A-110, led by Barbara Arrants. n Youth Newsletter If your family isn t receiving the monthly Youth Newsletter in your , contact Millie. AGE-LEVEL MINISTRIES To sign up for trips or for more information, contact Millie Greiner (mgreiner@fpcnashville.org or ). YOUNG ADULT ANNOUNCEMENTS n College Mission Opportunity: June in Oklahoma City. Led by Mark DeVries, the week is open to college students of all ages: rising freshman graduated seniors. Sign up online: college.fpcnashville.org/college-ministry/register/ or contact Linda (lmorphis@fpcnashville.org). n Bible Studies: Young Professionals Women s Bible Study Wednesdays, 7:00 8:00 P.M., at the home of Leslee and Jon Bechtel (1621 South Observatory Drive, 37215). Young Adult Small Group (ages 22 to 35) Tuesdays, 6:30 P.M. dinner; 7:00 8:00 P.M. Bible study at the home of Rachel and Lipscomb Davis (1124 Stonewall Jackson Court, 37220). n Sunday School Classes (meet at 9:45 A.M.): Young Adult Sunday School Class Led by a team of adult professionals (Staff Workroom). For young adults (aged 22 to 35) and college students. Foundations 2.0 Led by Chan and Ginger Sheppard (Room L-205). For nearly and newly married couples in their mid-20s to mid-30s. Studying The Most Important Year in a Man s Life/Woman s Life by Mark & Susan DeVries with Robert & Bobbie Wolgemuth. First Families Led by Mort and Jami Hill (Courtenay Hall). For adults with children ages birth to six years old. Studying Lead Your Family Like Jesus: Powerful Parenting Principles from the Creator of Families by Ken Blanchard, Phil Hodges and Tricia Goyer. Friends in Faith Led by Marbut Gaston (Enrichment Center). For married couples in their 30s and early 40s. Currently participating in an eight-month Bible overview study.

10 AGE-LEVEL MINISTRIES n General: For more information about FPC s Young Adult Ministry, Catherine Foster (cfoster@fpcnashville.org). For college ministry, Linda Morphis (lmorphis@fpcnashville.org). Check out the Young Adult webpage (ya.fpcnashville.org), College webpage (college.fpcnashville.org) and Facebook pages (FPC Nashville Young Adults & FPC College Students) to get more involved in our young adult ministry.

11 NOTES The Mission of First Presbyterian Church To know Christ, to make Him known, and to exhibit His love through worship, education, and service.

12 First Presbyterian Church 4815 Frankin Pike, Nashville, TN (615)