ORDER OF WORSHIP. Sunday, 6 May 2012, 10:00 am

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1 ORDER OF WORSHIP Sunday, 6 May 2012, 10:00 am

2 EASTERTIDE 2012: THE MISSION OF GOD We hobbits are plain, quiet creatures. Adventures make one late for dinner. Bilbo Baggins, e Hobbit Being a Christian isn t ultimately about knowing that you re going to heaven when you die. Instead, being a Christian is about joining God in what he is doing in the world. is means placing ourselves in God s story and seeing where that adventure leads. It is a powerful invitation to step out of our comfortable lives and find ourselves immersed in the narrative God is writing. Easter is a pivotal part of God s story. On the first Easter Sunday, nearly two thousand years ago, Jesus was raised from the dead. Beginning at that precise moment in time and space, God began to remake the world. But God doesn t intend to remake the world alone. He wants us to join him. A er the resurrection, Jesus appears to his disciples and comforts them. At the same time, though, he invites them to come join him on the mission that he has begun. is is what Jesus says to his disciples in John s Gospel: Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you. (John 20:21) So is the resurrection comforting? Yes it is. It means that our debt of sin has been paid in full. But it also means we have work to do. We have the great privilege of laboring with God to see his kingdom spread. Let us worship. WORSHIP SERVICES 10:00 am Sundays. Meeting in the Volunteer Park Seventh-day Adventist church building (1300 E Aloha St). NURSERY Available for 6 months to 2 years during the service. Located in the Chapel, next to the Sanctuary (upstairs). COMMUNITY GROUPS Meeting throughout the Seattle metropolitan area. Information is available in the back section and on our website ( GRACE KIDS Available downstairs for ages 2 ½ years-6 th grade. Toddler (2 ½-3 years): 10:00 am, Fellowship Hall Preschool (4 years-kindergarten): Room st -3 rd grades: Room th -6 th grades: Corner Board Room Children 4+ years are dismissed just before the sermon begins.

3 FOR REFLECTION For the essence of sin is man substituting himself for God, while the essence of salvation is God substituting himself for man. John Stott Vulnerability is the core of shame, fear and struggle for worthiness. But it s also the birthplace of creativity, of belonging, and love. Brené Brown There can be no redemption unless the truth about the world is told and justice is done. To treat sin as if were no there, when in fact it is there, amounts to living as if the world were redeemed when in fact it is not. Miroslav Volf

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5 G R A C E C H U R C H S E A T T L E S U N D A Y, 6 M A Y F I F T H S U N D A Y O F E A S T E R S T A N D I N G CALL TO WORSHIP Adapted from 1 Peter 1:3-5 He is risen. He is risen indeed. Alleluia! Praise the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. He has given us new life and hope. He has raised Jesus from the dead. God has claimed us as his own. He has brought us out of darkness. He has made us light to the world. He is risen. He is risen indeed. Alleluia! Please silence all mobile phones and electronic devices for the duration of the worship service. Text in bold italics is read together by the entire congregation. Plain text is read by one of the worship service leaders. Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee Henry J. van Dyke 1907, Ludwig van Beethoven 1824 Joyful, joyful, we adore Thee, God of glory, Lord of love; Hearts unfold like flowers before Thee, opening to the sun above. Melt the clouds of sin and sadness; drive the dark of doubt away; Giver of immortal gladness, fill us with the light of day! All Thy works with joy surround Thee, earth and heaven reflect Thy rays, Stars and angels sing around Thee, center of unbroken praise. Field and forest, vale and mountain, flowery meadow, flashing sea, Singing bird and flowing fountain call us to rejoice in Thee. Mortals, join the happy chorus, which the morning stars began; Father love is reigning o er us, brother love binds man to man. Ever singing, march we onward, victors in the midst of strife, Joyful music leads us Sunward in the triumph song of life. S E A T E D O R D E R O F W O R S H I P 1

6 Lectio Sacra means sacred reading. It has been the practice of the church for thousands of years to have portions of the Bible read during worship services. e assumption behind this practice is that we are people who need to be shaped by all of God s word. LECTIO SACRA Isaiah 49:1-13 Listen to me, O coastlands, and give attention, you peoples from afar. The LORD called me from the womb, from the body of my mother he named my name. He made my mouth like a sharp sword; in the shadow of his hand he hid me; he made me a polished arrow; in his quiver he hid me away. And he said to me, You are my servant, Israel, in whom I will be glorified. But I said, I have labored in vain; I have spent my strength for nothing yet surely my right is with the LORD, and my recompense with my God. and vanity; And now the LORD says, he who formed me from the womb to be his servant, to bring Jacob back to him; and that Israel might be gathered to him for I am honored in the eyes of the LORD, and my God has become my strength he says: It is too light a thing that you should be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob and to bring back the preserved of Israel; I will make you as a light for the nations, that my salvation may reach to the end of the earth. Thus says the LORD, the Redeemer of Israel and his Holy One, to one deeply despised, abhorred by the nation, the servant of rulers: Kings shall see and arise; princes, and they shall prostrate themselves; because of the LORD, who is faithful, the Holy One of Israel, who has chosen you. Thus says the LORD: In a time of favor I have answered you; in a day of salvation I have helped you; I will keep you and give you as a covenant to the people, to establish the land, to apportion the desolate heritages, saying to the prisoners, Come out, to those who are in darkness, Appear. O R D E R O F W O R S H I P 2

7 They shall feed along the ways; on all bare heights shall be their pasture; they shall not hunger or thirst, neither scorching wind nor sun shall strike them, for he who has pity on them will lead them, and by springs of water will guide them. And I will make all my mountains a road, and my highways shall be raised up. Behold, these shall come from afar, and behold, these from the north and from the west, and these from the land of Syene. Sing for joy, O heavens, and exult, O earth; break forth, O mountains, into singing! For the LORD has comforted his people and will have compassion on his afflicted. The Word of the Lord! Thanks be to God! INTERLUDE Musical interludes are included in our service in order to provide space for reflection and worship. S T A N D I N G CONFESSION OF SIN Make confession to God the Lord, and let everyone acknowledge with me their sins against God and their neighbor. Our Father, you tell us to be in the world, to love you and our neighbor, to pursue justice, and to seek the welfare of our city. Forgive us for the times we have despised the world: When we have coveted our neighbors' possessions; When we have looked on those in need with contempt; When we have withdrawn from those around us. Forgive us for the times we have selfishly used the world: When we have been ruled by self-ambition; When we have not been good stewards of the world s resources; When we have had a posture of taking instead of giving. Forgive us for the times we have blended into the world: When we have not lived distinctly Christian lives; When we have been apathetic to those in need; When we have sinfully sought the approval of others. Forgive us and renew us. (You are invited to personalize your confession as you pray silently.) Confession of sin happens within the context of relationship, both with God and each other. We confess together, in community, before a gracious God who has given us himself. Confession both acknowledges our need for mercy and celebrates its abundance in Christ. O R D E R O F W O R S H I P 3

8 RECEIVING OF GRACE Adapted from 1 John 1:8-9 If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. In Christ, we are forgiven and our sins are remembered no more. Be at peace! Amen. HYMN OF TRUST We Boast In Jesus Christ Jess Alldredge 2011 Grace Church Seattle Dead in our transgressions; held captive by our sins Spirit move within us; reset our hearts again All have sinful nature; all have selfish thoughts But God s great love and mercy brings life through Christ in us Chorus By Grace we have been saved in Jesus Christ Through faith, not by our works; we boast in Jesus Christ Mankind will disobey and follow the ways of this world Forgive us Lord we pray; you re the truth, the life, the way We are God s workmanship created in Jesus Christ To do good works in fellowship; bring darkness into light (Chorus) Bridge Bring Your kingdom, bring Your kingdom, Bring Your kingdom, Lord (Chorus) Antiphons are an ancient way of introducing and concluding the Psalms. Antiphons are sung in a call and response pattern. ANTIPHON Adapted from Psalm 27, Alldredge 2011 Grace Church Seattle Leader/Cantor 1st ti ime through - congregation 2nd time Leader/Cantor 1st ti 4 Œ I 4 Œ w O Lord You are my light and my sal - va - tion! ime through - congregation 2nd time 4 2 will sing and make 2 J 4 J 4 w me - lo - dy to you Lord! 4 Ó O R D E R O F W O R S H I P 4

9 PRAYING THE PSALMS Psalm 22:22-31 I will tell of your name to my brothers; in the midst of the congregation I will praise you: You who fear the LORD, praise him! All you offspring of Jacob, glorify him, and stand in awe of him, all you offspring of Israel! For he has not despised or abhorred the affliction of the afflicted, and he has not hidden his face from him, but has heard, when he cried to him. Praying through the Psalms each week teaches us how to pray, using the prayer book of ancient Israel. As we pray, there will be pauses for reflection. From you comes my praise in the great congregation; my vows I will perform before those who fear him. The afflicted shall eat and be satisfied; those who seek him shall praise the LORD! May your hearts live forever! All the ends of the earth shall remember and turn to the LORD, and all the families of the nations shall worship before you. For kingship belongs to the LORD, and he rules over the nations. All the prosperous of the earth eat and worship; before him shall bow all who go down to the dust, even the one who could not keep himself alive. Posterity shall serve him; it shall be told of the Lord to the coming generation; they shall come and proclaim his righteousness to a people yet unborn, that he has done it. ANTIPHON Adapted from Psalm 27, Alldredge 2011 Grace Church Seattle Leader/Cantor 1st ti ime through - congregation 2nd time Leader/Cantor 1st ti 4 Œ I 4 Œ w O Lord You are my light and my sal - va - tion! ime through - congregation 2nd time 4 2 will sing and make 2 J 4 J 4 w me - lo - dy to you Lord! 4 Ó O R D E R O F W O R S H I P 5

10 Each week, we pray for the people around us and in the world as a way to serve them according to God s will. You are welcome to sit, stand, or kneel as we pray. If you have children, please feel free to use this time to teach them to pray. S T A N D, S I T, O R K N E E L PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Father in heaven, you are good to us. Hear our prayers. For all who serve your body, the church, we ask grace and wisdom. (Pray silently for the church and those who serve.) Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. For those who have yet to put their faith in Jesus, we ask your loving pursuit. (Pray silently for those who have yet to put their faith in Jesus.) Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. For governors and rulers in every land, we ask your guidance. (Pray silently for our leaders.) Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. For people who suffer and sorrow, we ask your healing peace. (Pray silently for the suffering.) Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. S T A N D I N G Let us join together in praying as Jesus taught us to pray: 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. O R D E R O F W O R S H I P 6

11 HYMN OF GOD S MERCY Not For Ourselves, O Lord 4 b b 13 b Not The But for our selves, O world-ly say of we will trust in but for you a - lone, be- cause of your what they i - dol - ize, for flaunt-ed wealth, grea at for whom all lives de pend, whose un - told mer - cies the and to b b w stead-fast care that trim all gods to bless the Lord in Psalm 115, Genevan Psalter 1551 Carl P. Daw, Jr Hope Publishing Company Refrain: J. Alldredge 2012 Grace Church Seattle Lord d, not us: "Where for our is their God, our help and Go selves, would we claim glo - od?" They vain - ly look for ry, shield, tran-scend - ent Life on makes their songs w Lord, help us love w Lord, help us love w your pres own that nev - shape ence and - er S E A T E D Children ages 4 years-kindergarten are dismissed for Grace Kids through the back of the sanctuary (1 st -6 th grades remain in the service on the first Sunday of the month; see the inside front cover for more information). as as love burn and faith- -ished im ful ness, - ag -es, give our spir - its voice 1. w known. size. end. You You n w love. love. 4 *last time repeat Refrain w w Prayer for ose Searching for the Truth Jesus, you claim to be the way, the truth, and the life. Grant that I might be undaunted by the cost of following you as I consider the reasons for doing so. If what you claim is true, please guide me, teach me, and open to me the reality of who you are. Give me an understanding of you that is coherent, convincing, and that leads to the life that you promise. Amen. Prayer for ose Struggling with Sin Lord Jesus, grant that I may see in you the fulfillment of all my need and may turn from every false satisfaction to feed on you, the true and living bread. Enable me to lay aside the sin that clings so closely, and run with perseverance the race set before me, looking to you, the author and perfecter of my faith. Amen. GOSPEL LESSON Heart of Mission Series: The Gospel of John Text: John 18:1-27 (see back page) Reverend John Haralson, Pastor INTERLUDE OFFERING The offering is a way for members and friends of Grace Church Seattle to support the church s mission and ministry. If you are our guest today, please feel under no compulsion to give. Please let us know you ve joined us today, as well as any comments or prayer requests, by placing your comment card in the offering basket. O R D E R O F W O R S H I P 7 Prayer of Belief Lord Jesus, I admit that I am weaker and more sinful than I ever before believed, but through you I am more loved and accepted than I ever dared hope. I thank you for paying my debt, bearing my punishment on the cross, and offering forgiveness and new life. Knowing that you have been raised from the dead, I turn from my sins and receive you as Savior and Lord. Amen.

12 S T A N D I N G PRAYER OF ADORATION Adapted from The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers Beloved of God, let us praise him for sending his Son for us. O Source of all good, we adore you for the gift of your Son. He is the gift of gifts: Your own dear Son, our redeemer, our substitute, our sacrifice. He is wonder of wonders: He came down to raise us up He was born like us, that we might become like him. He is love: When we cannot rise to him, he draws near on wings of grace, to raise us to himself. He is wisdom: We were far from you, with no will to return. He came, God in the flesh, to save us to the uttermost, as a man to die our death, to shed satisfying blood on our behalf, to work out a perfect righteousness for us. O R D E R O F W O R S H I P 8

13 HYMN OF ATONEMENT Jesus Paid It All Elvina M. Hall 1865, John Thomas Grape j j I Lor And -d hear now when wea -knesswatch change the le died my soul per's and pray, - spots to save. all, Sin 3. all had left a crim -son stain; He washed Sin had left a crim - son stain; He washed it white as snow. He washed j j j j ΠΠit white as snow. the Sa- vior say, in-deed I find be-fore the throne find in and My thy strength in -deed is Thy pow'r and Thine I stand in Him com a small. Child of - lone can - plete. Je -sus j j Me thine all in all. melt the heart of stone. lips shallstill re - peat: to Him I owe. Opraise the One who paid my debt and raised this life up from the dead. (O) THE SACRAMENT OF COMMUNION j j it white as snow. He washed it white as snow. Communion, also called the Lord s Supper or the Eucharist, is the family meal of Christians. We invite all baptized followers of Jesus Christ who acknowledge their sins against God and their neighbors and confess their need for the grace of Christ to partake of this meal. If you are a Christian and haven t been baptized, please talk with one of our pastors. We would be honored to baptize you. We hope that this time is helpful to you as you consider your relationship with Jesus Christ and with his people, the church. Je j j - sus paid it 1.2. S E A T E D 7 2 Prayer for Receiving Communion Lord Jesus, your perfect life, death, and resurrection are the source of all blessing in this life and the life to come. As I eat this bread and drink this cup, renew me in the joy and glory of knowing and serving you. I come to this table on the basis of your merit only and not my own. As you have completely and fully offered yourself for me, I now completely and fully offer myself to you as a living sacrifice. Amen. Allergen-free communion elements (wafer ingredients: organic brown rice flour, organic white rice flour) are available at the center of the communion table. To partake, please dip in either the wine (larger cup) or grape juice (smaller cup) on the table, then proceed through the line. O R D E R O F W O R S H I P 9

14 S T A N D I N G HYMN OF FAITH The Solid Rock Edward Mote 1834, William B. Bradbury My hope is built on When dark ness veils his noth love- in ng ly face, less than Je- I rest sus' bloodandright- on his un chang eous ness; - ing grace; dare ev - not trust ery high and the sweet - storm est frame, - y ga ale but my Christ the sol - id Rock I stand; all oth-er ground is sink-ing sand. 3. His oath, his cov - e - nant his blood sup soul gives way he - port me in then is alll my hope and stay. 4.When heshall come with trum-pet sound, O may I then in him be found, dressed in his right eous - ness a -lone, fault - less to stand be Ó On Christ the sol - id Rock I stand; all oth - er ground is sink - ing sand; all oth I in whol - an-chor ly lean holds with on Je - sus' name. - in the veil. On oth -er ground is sink-ing sand; all 8 the whelm-ing flood; when all a-round my - fore the throne. - er ground is sink - ing sand. 3 BENEDICTION Adapted from Hebrews 13:20-21 May the God of peace, who brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, make us complete in everything good so that you may do God s will, working among us that which is pleasing in God s sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory forever and ever! Amen. SENDING Let us go forth and serve the world as those who love our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thanks be to God! Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV ), copyright 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. O R D E R O F W O R S H I P 10

15 C O N N E C T UPCOMING EVENTS Morning coffee and refreshments in the lobby a er the service please join us! Prayer gathering every Sunday starting at 9:00 am in one of the rooms down the hall next to the sanctuary. is is a great time of community building to pray for God s glory and leading, growth in our church body, the city, and personal prayer requests. Contact: Dan Huie (dan@graceseattle.org) Parents meeting Sunday, 13 May at 9:00 am (before worship, bring your kids to the meeting) to discuss the upcoming Grace Kids staff position, give an update on the status of the ministry, and hear feedback. Contact: John Haralson (john@graceseattle.org) So ball Players Needed! We need a couple more men and a couple more women for the Grace so ball team. Games are Saturday a ernoons in Ballard from 5 May to 30 June. Cost will be about $ Contact: Nat Taylor (nat@graceseattle.org) Oysters, Clams, and Camping Oh My! Join us 8-10 June at Dosewallips State Park for some shellfishing, BBQing, and camping (or just come for a Saturday daytrip). Limited space; please RSVP quickly! All are welcome, and it s a great opportunity for a whole small group. Contact: Annie Brian Luk (brianluk@gmail.com, ) See our full events calendar at Connect with us on Facebook at GRACE KIDS See the inside front cover for more information about our kids programs. Contact: Amy Grooms (amy@graceseattle.org) or Crystal Hawkins (crystal@graceseattle.org) DIACONATE Grace s Deacons provide care for the needs of the church community. Contact: deacons@graceseattle.org PARENTS LIST Connect with other parents and share resources and requests. Group graceparents@googlegroups.com Contact: Linn Haralson (linn@graceseattle.org) or Karissa Taylor (karissalynnetaylor@gmail.com) 11

16 C O N N E C T COMMUNITY GROUPS Community Groups are places of care and community where we live the Christian life together. Groups meet in several different neighborhoods throughout the week. For more information or to host or lead a group, please contact us at groups@graceseattle.org. Capitol Hill ( nd Ave E, Apt 3B) Wednesdays at 7:00 pm Contact: Jim Graves(jjgr@uw.edu) Capitol Hill (2414 E Aloha St) Every other ursday at 6:30 pm (dinner included) Contact: Angela Wheeless (awheeless@gmail.com, ) Green Lake (2324 N 57 th St) Wednesdays at 7:00 pm Contact: Joey Libolt (joseph.libolt@gmail.com, ) Kirkland (702 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland) Every other Sunday: dinner at 5:00 pm, discussion at 6:00 pm (RSVP for childcare) Contact: Howie Debbie Donahoe (howiedonahoe@gmail.com, ; momdonahoe@gmail.com, ) Madrona ( nd Ave) Wednesdays at 7:00 pm (except 2 nd Wed) Contact: Jason Marta (jasonmarta@comcast.net, ) and Gabriel Gwen St. John (sirsinj@hotmail.com, ) Maple Leaf ( th Ave NE) Fourth Saturday of each month at 9:00 am Contact: Michael Subracko (michael@graceseattle.org, ) North Seattle/Shoreline (820 NE 128 th St) Every other Sunday at 5:00 pm (dinner included) Contact: Darik Jo Taniguchi (dariktaniguchi@msn.com, ; taniguchijo@gmail.com, ) Queen Anne (620 Ward St, Apt 402) Mondays at 7:00 pm Contact: Laura Bannister (lmbannister@gmail.com, ) and Justin Hawkins (ultimatehawk44@yahoo.com, ) Queen Anne (515 Prospect St alley between Ward Prospect, 5 th Taylor) Tuesdays at 7:00 pm (RSVP for dinner) Contact: Jay Jenny Cross (jayandjennycross@yahoo.com, ) Sand Point/View Ridge (4320 NE 58 th St) Every other Wednesday at 6:30 pm Contact: Matt Edna Parzybok (parzybok@gmail.com, ; ednaparz@gmail.com, ) Shoreline (18316 Bagley Pl N, Shoreline) Tuesdays at 7:00 pm Contact: Lee Amy Grooms (lee@graceseattle.org, ; amy@graceseattle.org, ) South Seattle (7545 S Ta St) Tuesdays at 6:30 pm (dinner included) Contact: Santino Alica Pascua (santinopascua@yahoo.com or alicaknutson@hotmail.com; ) U. District/Wallingford ( nd Ave NE) ursdays at 7:30 pm Contact: Sam Bretz (samueljbretz@gmail.com, ) 12

17 C O N N E C T BOOK CLUB We ve been reading fiction books off e New York Times Best Seller list, discussing themes, worldviews, and critiques. Future brunches (Saturdays, 10:30 am) and discussions: 12 May: Swamplandia! by Karen Russell (550 N 104 th St, Apt 2) 16 June: e Tiger's Wife by Téa Obreht ( th Ave NE) 14 July: In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson ( th Ave NE) Group seattlebookgroup@googlegroups.com Contact: Amy Grooms (amy@graceseattle.org) to RSVP or for information ARTISTS AND WRITERS GUILD For those interested in creating works based on the Gospel of John ( And the Word Became Flesh ), as well as sharing fellowship and recent developments in our own lives and work. On the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm, the MacDonalds will host a casual dinner gathering at their home ( nd Ave NE). All are welcome; just show up with a little something edible to share if it s in your means. Contact: Anna MacDonald (annamacd@me.com ) C U L T I V A T E CHRISTIAN FORMATION Christian Formation fosters the holistic pursuit of faithful Christian living by cultivating the image of Christ in us as men, women, children, parents, workers, artists, neighbors, and every other area of life we occupy. For more information about Christian Formation, Michael Subracko (michael@graceseattle.org). Romans (women only) A very casual group meeting weekly to discuss Romans, share prayer requests, and pray. Childcare available for $5/week per family (assistance available). Babes in arms welcome. Contact: Linn Haralson (linn@graceseattle.org, ) When: Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 am Where: Haralson home (2414 E Aloha St) SERMONS Free CDs of today s sermon available on the Information Cart in the lobby a er the service for yourself or to share with a friend! Recent sermons are available online for listening or download at our website. Address: 13

18 S E R V E IN OUR CONGREGATION Prayer Gathering every Sunday starting at 9:00 am in one of the rooms down the hall next to the sanctuary. is is a great time of community building to pray for God s glory and leading, growth in our church body, the city, and personal prayer requests. Contact: Dan Huie (dan@graceseattle.org) Meals Ministry serves Grace community members with food delivery in case of short-term needs, such as injuries, illnesses, and new children. Volunteers are added to an list and asked to serve as they are able when needs arise. Contact: Sara Huey (meals@graceseattle.org) to volunteer Grace Kids: Be part of a regular nursery rotation to care for infants and toddlers during our worship services, or work with classes on Sunday mornings as a co-teacher or an assistant. Curricula is provided. Contact: Amy Grooms (amy@graceseattle.org) or Crystal Hawkins (crystal@graceseattle.org) Sound assistance needed! Are you the gadget person around the house? Ever had an interest in recording and mixing live music? Grace is in immediate need of more people to help bolster our sound techs team! No prior experience necessary, just a willingness to learn. Contact: Robert Gash (gashalot@gashalot.com) Music: Exercise your musical gi s in our worship services. Contact: Jess Alldredge (jess@graceseattle.org) Worship Service Volunteers: Greet and usher, read scripture, or help serve communion. Contact: Lee Grooms (lee@graceseattle.org) Hospitality: Help create an atmosphere of welcome on Sunday mornings with coffee and treats, as well as planning and hosting lunches, picnics, and dinners where people can make deeper connections. Contact: Linn Haralson (linn@graceseattle.org) 14

19 S E R V E IN SEATTLE For more information on serving in Seattle, contact John Haralson (john@graceseattle.org). Operation Nightwatch: Join the group from Grace that cooks and serves dinner on the second Tuesday of each month (7:00-10:00 pm) for non-housed and low-income people at the Operation Nightwatch Dispatch Center in the International District. Contact: Coleen Marta (coleenmarta@yahoo.com) Website: Penny s Place: A ministry of Northwest Family Life, Penny s Place is a shelter for abused women and children. Contact: Hope Brian (baldwin.hope@gmail.com) Website: Reformed University Fellowship (RUF), our denomination s college ministry, has weekly large group meetings at the University of Washington with worship, teaching, and fellowship, as well as small groups and many events. Contact: Katie Tracy (katie.tracy@ruf.org) Website: uw.ruf.org IN OUR WORLD For more information on serving in our world, contact Abby St. Hilaire (abby@graceseattle.org). Summer Mission Trip: is summer (28 July-4 August), Grace will be sending a team to the White Swan Reservation to work with the Yakama people. Adults and children over 13 are welcome on the trip. We will be working alongside Sacred Road Ministries. Contact: John Haralson (john@graceseattle.org) or Abby St. Hilaire (abby@graceseattle.org) Website: Sponsor an Akha child: e Akha Youth Development Center provides housing and education to help young people escape the sex and drug trades in ailand. You can support a child for $40/month. Contact: Michael Subracko (michael@graceseattle.org) 15

20 S E R M O N T E X T John 18:1-27 When Jesus had spoken these words, he went out with his disciples across the brook Kidron, where there was a garden, which he and his disciples entered. 2 Now Judas, who betrayed him, also knew the place, for Jesus often met there with his disciples. 3 So Judas, having procured a band of soldiers and some officers from the chief priests and the Pharisees, went there with lanterns and torches and weapons. 4 Then Jesus, knowing all that would happen to him, came forward and said to them, Whom do you seek? 5 They answered him, Jesus of Nazareth. Jesus said to them, I am he. Judas, who betrayed him, was standing with them. 6 When Jesus said to them, I am he, they drew back and fell to the ground. 7 So he asked them again, Whom do you seek? And they said, Jesus of Nazareth. 8 Jesus answered, I told you that I am he. So, if you seek me, let these men go. 9 This was to fulfill the word that he had spoken: Of those whom you gave me I have lost not one. 10 Then Simon Peter, having a sword, drew it and struck the high priest's servant and cut off his right ear. (The servant's name was Malchus.) 11 So Jesus said to Peter, Put your sword into its sheath; shall I not drink the cup that the Father has given me? priest, he entered with Jesus into the courtyard of the high priest, 16 but Peter stood outside at the door. So the other disciple, who was known to the high priest, went out and spoke to the servant girl who kept watch at the door, and brought Peter in. 17 The servant girl at the door said to Peter, You also are not one of this man's disciples, are you? He said, I am not. 18 Now the servants and officers had made a charcoal fire, because it was cold, and they were standing and warming themselves. Peter also was with them, standing and warming himself. 19 The high priest then questioned Jesus about his disciples and his teaching. 20 Jesus answered him, I have spoken openly to the world. I have always taught in synagogues and in the temple, where all Jews come together. I have said nothing in secret. 21 Why do you ask me? Ask those who have heard me what I said to them; they know what I said. 22 When he had said these things, one of the officers standing by struck Jesus with his hand, saying, Is that how you answer the high priest? 23 Jesus answered him, If what I said is wrong, bear witness about the wrong; but if what I said is right, why do you strike me? 24 Annas then sent him bound to Caiaphas the high priest. 12 So the band of soldiers and their captain and the officers of the Jews arrested Jesus and bound him. 13 First they led him to Annas, for he was the father-inlaw of Caiaphas, who was high priest that year. 14 It was Caiaphas who had advised the Jews that it would be expedient that one man should die for the people. 15 Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple. Since that disciple was known to the high 25 Now Simon Peter was standing and warming himself. So they said to him, You also are not one of his disciples, are you? He denied it and said, I am not. 26 One of the servants of the high priest, a relative of the man whose ear Peter had cut off, asked, Did I not see you in the garden with him? 27 Peter again denied it, and at once a rooster crowed th Avenue, Suite 102 Seattle, WA STAFF Rev. John Haralson, Pastor (john@graceseattle.org) Rev. Michael Subracko, Associate Pastor (michael@graceseattle.org) Rev. Andy Pelander, Church Planter, West Seattle (andy@allsoulsseattle.org) Lee Grooms, Church Operations (lee@graceseattle.org) Jess Alldredge, Worship Arts Director (jess@graceseattle.org) PASTORS AND ELDERS Dan Huie (dan@graceseattle.org) Adam Schuyler (adam@graceseattle.org) Rev. John Haralson (john@graceseattle.org) Rev. Michael Subracko (michael@graceseattle.org) MINISTRY COORDINATORS Christian Formation: Michael Subracko (michael@graceseattle.org) Community Groups: Michael Subracko (michael@graceseattle.org) Grace Kids: Amy Grooms (amy@graceseattle.org) Crystal Hawkins (crystal@graceseattle.org) Hospitality: Linn Haralson (linn@graceseattle.org) Serving Seattle: John Haralson (john@graceseattle.org) Serving the World: Abby St. Hilaire (abby@graceseattle.org) DEACONS Katheryn Frierson (katheryn@graceseattle.org) Lee Grooms (lee@graceseattle.org) Sarah McCrum (sarah@graceseattle.org) Bob Montgomery (bob@graceseattle.org) Nathan Ruhl (nathan@graceseattle.org) Nat Taylor (nat@graceseattle.org)