FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH. A Place To Belong. Songs of Praises

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1 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH A Place To Belong Songs of Praises - Who dwell apart within Thy house, Thy presence ever near. This is the blessing of the Word on those who dwell in God, Who follow in His train always, with every step they trod. Or marveled at the glow of them who His sweet bidding did. But now as I recall to mind what set these folks apart, I realize that it was the praises flowing from their hearts. Their lives were not so different or troubled, that is sure; It was abiding close to God that to each meant so much more! And I should very much aspire to be like one of those, dwelling chose. Yes, dearest Lord, if in the end, there ought be said of me, May it be glad remembrance of my songs of praise to Thee. ~Paul Durham~ Sunday, October 21 st, :00 a.m.

2 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Welcome to our morning worship service. If you are a visitor today, we invite you to complete one of the blue Visitor Cards in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate toward the end of our worship service. This will help us to get to know you better! A nursery is available for infants and toddlers and is located in the lower hall, as are the washrooms. If you wish to have a hard of hearing headset or cushion, please speak to one of our ushers who will be happy to obtain these items for you. FBC is a Scent Free Zone: for the health and comfort of all our congregants, please refrain from wearing perfumes, scented hairsprays or like products. The sanctuary is a holy place, a place of refuge, where we come apart from the world and our daily responsibilities, in order, together, to meet with the God whom we know best in Jesus Christ. from the wider world for a while. Please silence cellphones, pagers, watches and other electronic devices. As we prepare ourselves for worship, please speak softly, move slowly and allow each one Ushers: Greeters: William Crook (Head Usher) Sanctuary: Vivian Johnson George McKenzie Balcony: Leonard & Carol Serdachny Eileen Hutton Elevator: Dena Clifford Merv & Carol Hepting AV Ministry: Kevin Rich Service of Worship Sunday, October 21 st, 2012 Twenty First Sunday After Pentecost 11:00 a.m. *Indicates congregation is invited to stand as able* Music for Gathering Mark Anderson Morning Chimes Mark Anderson *The Introit God the Father of Your People Congregation (Tune: Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee) God, the Father of Your people, You have called us to be one; Grant us grace to walk together in the joy of Christ, Your son. E 1 As one body we will serve You, and bear witness to Your love. Welcome John Nelson

3 Reflective Moment Congregation We have come into His house and gathered in His name to worship Him. We have come into His house and gathered in His name to worship Him. We have come into His house and gathered in His name to worship Christ the Lord. Worship Him, Christ the Lord. THE APPROACH: THE PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD Responsive Call to Worship Joel Russell-MacLean & Congregation Leader: We have gathered in the name of the Lord. What is your response? Congregation: We shout for JOY to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; Leader: We come before Him with joyful songs. Why do you give this to the Lord? Choir: Know that the Lord is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; All: We are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. Leader: How will you worship the Lord? Congregation: We will enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; Choir: We will give thanks to Him and praise His name. Leader: What is the basis for this outpouring of praise? All: For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations. All Sing Prayer of Invocation or the Collect I will enter His gates with thanksgiving in my heart; I will enter His courts with praise. I will rejoice for He has made me glad. (He has made me glad, He has made me glad, I will rejoice for He has made me glad.) x2 2

4 *Hymn of Praise Congregation (Tune: Forest Green) (The children will come forward during the singing of this hymn) Believers all, we bear the name of Christ, our living Lord; As Christians in the world today, we hold fast to the word. From simple trust to growing faith our pilgrimage we trace Hymn of Praise Believers all, our common task is service in His name. Yet ministry has broader aims, so we pursue the goal f body, mind and soul. Joel Russell-MacLean Congregation (Tune: Forest Green) (The children will proceed to the lower hall for their own worship service.) Believers all, in unity we s commands; Diverse in gifts, by one in Christ, we offer outstretched hands. That through our love the world may know our God is Lord of all. Gift of Music CONFESSION OF SIN Call to Confession Mark McKim Confession of Sin Assurance of Pardon *Response of Assurance Congregation (His name is Wonderful) x3, Jesus my Lord; He is the mighty King, Master of everything, His name is Wonderful, Jesus, my Lord. He the great Shepherd, the Rock of all ages, Almighty God is He; Bow down before Him, Love and adore Him, His name is Wonderful, Jesus, my Lord. Gift of Music 3 THE WORD OF GOD READ Old Testament Lesson: Job 38:1-7 (O.T. pg. 484) Martha Pauls Gospel Lesson: Mark 10:35-45 (N.T. pg. 47) Reader: This is the word of the Lord! People: Thanks be to God!

5 THE WORD OF GOD PROCLAIMED *Hymn of Assurance In Christ Alone Congregation In Christ alone, my hope is found, He is my light, my strength, my song; This Cornerstone, this Solid Ground, firm through the fiercest drought and storm. What heights of love, what depths of peace, when fears are stilled, when strivings cease! My Comforter, My All-in-All; here in the love of Christ I stand. In Christ alone, who took on flesh, fullness of God, in helpless Babe; This gift of love and righteousness scorned by the ones He came to save. love of God was satisfied, on Him was laid; here in the death of Christ I live. Sermon A Love, Not a Competition John Nelson RESPONSE TO THE WORD AND RETURN TO THE WORLD *Hymn of Assurance In Christ Alone Congregation There in the ground His body lay, Light of the world by darkness slain; Then bursting forth in Glorious day, up from the grave He arose again. For I am His and He is mine; brought with the precious blood of Christ. No guilt in life, no fear in death, this Congregational Life and Ministry John Nelson Call to Prayer Esther Wiens Prayers of the People 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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. Our Gifts & Offerings Sanctuary Choir 4

6 *Response Of Praise Praise the Lord Congregation Praise the Lord from whom all blessings flow. He has washed and made forever praise His holy name! Praise His holy name! Praise His holy name! To God be the glory, now and forever, praise His holy name! *Unison Benediction Congregation Lord, we have gathered to worship You this day. As we go Lord, hide Your words in our hearts. Bring them to consciousness as we walk the paths of life. Your word brings wisdom and order into our lives. It lights our way and expounds Your love for us, Your creations. May we hide Your word in our hearts. May we shine for You this day, and every day. *Musical Benediction An Irish Blessing Some of your fellow worshippers often choose to stay in their seats during the Music for Departing, for a time of reflection or prayer. If you prefer to leave the sanctuary during the Music for Departing, feel quite free to do so, but please exit quietly and unobtrusively out of Music For Departing Mark Anderson Please join us in the lower hall for coffee, tea, juice, cookies and fellowship. October 21 st : Elaine Rosom, Carol & Leonard Serdachny & Shirley Wolfe October 28 th : Marg & Marvin Fuller, Karen & Clayton Hutchings October 14 th, 2012 Worship Attendance Morning Worship Service 186 Afternoon Worship Service 170 Total 356 Our budding thespian, Justin Lanouette, will be performing in within, as part of the Fall One Act Cabaret at the Regina Little Theatre on October 26 & 27. For the Box Office phone or visit 5

7 The next VOICE novel study; Book The Cellist of Sarajevo by Steven Galloway Date: Saturday, October 27 th Time: 6 p.m. Location: TBA THURSDAY, October 25 TH AT 12:00 NOON If you are 50 years and older, this enthusiastic group is for YOU! Mark your calendars now! Cost: $12.00 Menu: Pork cutlets, vegetables, salads, dessert and beverage Guest Speaker: Brian Wonnick (Please see write up on following page) Plan to attend and bring a friend or two with you. Good Food, Good Fellowship, Good Encouragement. Contact: John Nelson ( ext 29), or the church office ( ext 0) for information. A Celebration...H I E V E R Spirituality Tear off and place in offering plate or call any of the above contacts. Name Number attending 6

8 OCTOBER 2012 ACHIEVERS LUNCHEON remember Grandpa and Grandma? you feel something is left undone. What is the Last Testament portion? How do I do that part? My lawyer di If your legac words would you leave behind? What is the true or real legacy I leave for my friends and family? Please accept this as your personal invitation to the Oct. Luncheon for a discussion and ideas sharing presentation by Brian Wonnick. Resources will be available for you to take home with you to take that next step of sharing your ist, your Lord and Saviour. About Brian: around gift planning with Lutheran Foundation Canada, in Manitoba, Saskatchewan & N.W. Ontario. These 10 years represented a growing awareness of calling and ministry in Christian Stewardship. Stewardship, which is managing all of His blessings for His purposes, was the ongoing conversation Brian had as he called on church members to assist them in their estate planning. It is a process that enriches the spiritual walk that each person has with his/her Lord Jesus, encouraging and assisting them to discover the gift plan that God has placed in each and every person. Over the years, it became increasingly clear, that although we do a good job of the Last Will side of our estate planning, we ignore the Last Testament aspect. For Brian, this has become a vital discussion that he loves to have with fellow Christians anywhere. In addition, resources are shared to assist each person in telling their story of their walk of faith with their Lord throughout their life. What a wonderful written legacy to leave your children, and grandchildren! Of all the things that our grandparents and parents leave behind for their family and friends, there is none greater than the Gospel of Christ, our Lord as revealed through your own written story. 7

9 Youth for Christ will hold its 8 th annual fundraising dinner HOPE 2012 at the Queensbury Convention Centre on Monday, October 22 nd. Funds will be used for YFC programmes in our area, including House (transitional youth homes in Regina and Moose Jaw for youth 15-18) Jedidiah House (Youth peer homes in Regina and the Battlefords for boys 12-15) and Ezekiel House (moving youth in Regina to higher levels of independence). Tickets are $35.00, which includes a full meal. To obtain a ticket please speak to James Clifford, visit the YFC office (in our church Youth Centre) or phone the YFC office at OPERATING BUDGET REPORT 2012 Year to Date September Budget Amount needed for Operating: $390,366 Amount Received for Operating: $378,638 Operating Expenses: $388,422 **Operating Line of Credit (owing): $45,000 **This number is the amount we currently owe on our operating line of credit. A line of credit is a loan whereby a bank agrees to give a borrower access to a set amount of money that can be tapped as and if needed. First Baptist Church has an operating line of credit to a maximum of $65,000. It is the time of year to renew your Scripture Union Subscriptions. The order will be sent in by November 15 th, If you have never received Scripture Union Material please inquire about a special offer for new comers. For renewal or more information, please contact Margaret Ziolkowski at

10 African Potluck Dinner Sunday, Nov. 4, 5 p.m. Bring something to share for this warm evening of food and friendships. It will be a great chance to get to know one another in our growing and diverse church community. Mission Project in the Eastern Congo with their local partner, the Communaute In the midst of widespread rebel attacks in North and east Kivu provinces, these two organizations have worked together to provide: Refugee emergency relief: with 100,000 new refugees this year alone, shelter and immediate help is an ongoing need Food security: local, sustainable solutions for helping people reestablish themselves and provide food for themselves Victims of rape: shelter, support, and medical treatment for the thousands of women attacked each year (army and rebel tactics). to match every dollar that is raised at this meal up to $4200* Powerful and insightful videos and articles about this project and CBM will be available through our website firstbaptistregina.ca. Gift Catalogue at CBM has a gift catalogue. Instead of buying presents for friends and family, consider sending, someone in need to school, provide health supplies, pastoral tools, and many more possibilities on their behalf. Copies are available in the foyers, find it online at cbmin.org or through our website. 9 Tear off and place in offering plate. Name Number attending

11 InterVarsity Christian Fellowship at the U of R Hello from Fran Purvis and Kyle McLean For over 60 years students have been meeting Jesus, serving and growing to see students, in all their cultural diversity, transformed into followers of Jesus. Kyle and I are facilitating small groups and larger community for students, and are actively discipling and developing leaders to lead with us. How can you help? Pray: For transformation of this generation of students, for depth in the knowledge of God and for growth in their love for God and others. Give: Staff raise all of their ministry expenses and salaries through the gifts from individuals and local church communities. Find out more: Step Onto Campus: A Ministry Showcase and Appreciation Saturday, November 10th at 7 pm, Research and Innovation Atrium (U of R Campus). Get a taste of what God is doing on Campus.Speak with Fran (a new choir member) or her (frances.evelyn@hotmail.com) for info. 10

12 MONDAY 7:30 P.M. VIVACE REHEARSAL LOWER HALL TUESDAY 5:00 P.M. TNT SUPPER LOWER HALL 6:00 P.M. ADULT SALL GROUP FILM DISCUSSION LIBRARY 6:00 P.M. JUBELLATION SANCTUARY 7:00 P.M. PROPERTY COMMISSION MEETING BOARD ROOM WEDNESDAY 8:00 A.M. PRAYER BREAKFAST LOWER HALL 10:30 A.M. ACHIEVERS BIBLE STUDY BOARD ROOM 7:00 P.M. SWITCHBACK UTH AGES YOUTH CENTRE THURSDAY 12:00 P.M. ACHIEVERS LUNCHEON LOWER HALL 7:00 P.M. SANCTUARY CHOIR - SANCTUARY SATURDAY 12:00 P.M. FKBC HOMEWORK HELP - LIBRARY 12:00 P.M. KAREN WEAVERS LOWER HALL SUNDAY 9:30 A.M. LEARNING FOR LIFE VARIOUS AREAS 11:00 A.M. MORNING WORSHIP SANCTUARY 2:00 P.M. AFTERNOON WORSHIP SANCTUARY Anyone requesting prayer PRAYER CHAIN for himself or herself, a loved one or a friend, please contact Pearl Bretz (prayer chain coordinator) with the information. If anyone is ill and wishes to have ministers and/or deacons come and pray for healing and/or anoint with oil (James 5:14), you may make arrangements for such by contacting Annabel Robinson FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF Rev. Dr. Mark G. McKim, Sr. Minister (ext 22) Rev. Dr. George Baxter, Minister Emeritus Rev. John Nelson Jr., Assoc. Minister (ext 29) George McKenzie, Custodian Rev. Joel Russell-MacLean, Assoc. Minister (ext 25) Siyoum Zemichael, Assistant Custodian Krista Johnstone, Financial Administrator (ext 26) Dr. Mark Anderson, Organist Erin Angus, Administrative Assistant (ext 0) Christa Walsh, Pianist DIACONATE/TRUSTEES Prof. Annabel Robinson Chair Martha Pauls Member Murray Wolfe Secretary Rev. John Hillmer Member Derrick Bellows Treasurer Rev. James Frost Member Prof. Norma Holtslander Vice-Chair Erwin Ziolkowski Honourary Dr. Esther Wiens Member FIRST KAREN BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF Rev. Zabiak Cung Biaka (ext 32) Rev. Eh Tha Wah (ext 32) Pastor Pusay Ly (ext 32) OUR MINISTRY PARTNERSHIPS Youth For Christ (James Clifford) Katepwa Lake Camp (Rev. Walter Willford) First Baptist Church First Baptist Place CONTACT Victoria Avenue, Regina SK, S4P 0S4 First Baptist Church Fax Number main_fbcregina@sasktel.net 11 OFFICE HOURS Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Friday Closed