Farragut Presbyterian Church Consecration Sunday November 12, 2017 ~ 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.

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1 Blessings in Abundance Farragut Presbyterian Church Consecration Sunday November 12, 2017 ~ 8:30 and 11:00 The service of worship begins with the music of the organ. Through its power and brilliance, may you feel the majesty and glory of God; in its quietness, God s peace. Young worshipers are encouraged to pick up a children s worship bag available in the narthex prior to the service. Nursery care is available in the Education Wing. ~The Gathering~ Greeting Rev. Matt Nieman Prelude Was Gott tut Powell Tami Newsom, organ Call to Worship Give thanks to the Lord, for God is good. God s steadfast love endures forever. Choose this day whom you will serve. We will love and serve the Lord. Let us worship God. *Hymn #482 Praise Ye the Lord, the Almighty Lobe den Herren

2 *Prayer of Confession Loving God, we confess that we have sinned against you by not honoring you or loving one another. When we ignore injustice in the world our worship brings you no delight. Make haste to help us, that we may stand in right relationship with you and the whole of your creation and sing your praises through the mercy of Christ, our resurrected Savior. Please continue in silent prayer *Kyrie #574 Lord, Have Mercy Upon Us Johnson *Declaration of Forgiveness *The Response #579 Gloria Patri Greatorex *The Peace The Peace of Christ be with you. And also with you. ~The Word~ Anthem (11:00) We Gather Together McKesney Farragut Ringers Prayer for Illumination Send your Spirit to move in our world and stir the water of our souls that we may desire a word of instruction that awakens us to the joy of your coming reign. Amen. New Testament Reading 1 Peter 4:10-11 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

3 Psalm 78 Dr. Angela Batey, cantor Daw Hear my teaching, O my people; incline your ears to the words of my mouth. I will open my mouth in a parable; I will declare the mysteries of ancient time. (R) That which we have heard and known, and what our forefathers have told us, we will not hide from their children. We will recount to generations to come the praise worthy deeds and the power of the Lord, and the wonderful works he has done. (R) He gave his decrees to Jacob and established a law for Israel, which he commanded them to teach their children; that the generations to come might know, and the children yet unborn; and they in their turn might tell it to their children; so that they might put their trust in God, and not forget the deeds of God, but keep his commandments. (R) A Moment with the Children (11:00) Rev. Matt Nieman Anthem (11:00) Ode to Joy Farragut Ring Tones Gospel Reading Luke 21:1-4 The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. Sermon Putting In Rather Than Taking Out Rev. Matt Nieman

4 ~The Response~ *Affirmation of Faith (adapted from 2 Corinthians 9) He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply our seed for sowing and increase the harvest of our righteousness. We will be enriched in every way for our generosity, which will produce thanksgiving to God through us; for the rendering of this ministry not only supplies the needs of the saints but also overflows with many thanksgivings to God. Anthem 8:30 *Hymn #428 We Give Thee but Thine Own Schumann 11:00 Come, Ye Thankful People, Come arr. B. Harlan Chancel Choir The text for this anthem may be found in The Hymnal, #551 Please stand when indicated and join the choir on the final verse: Even so, Lord, quickly come, bring thy final harvest home; Gather all thy people in, free from sorrow, free from sin, There, forever purified, in thy presence to abide. Come, with all thine angels, come, raise the glorious harvest home. The Offering Offertory O Lord, Now Let Your Servant Salonen *Response #592 Doxology Old Hundredth *Prayer of Dedication Prayers of Thanksgiving and Intercession The Lord s Prayer (...forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors...)

5 ~The Sending~ Consecration of Time, Talent and Treasure *Recessional Hymn #391 Take My Life Hendon *Benediction *Congregational Response #333 Ask and It Shall Be Given Lafferty Ask and it shall be given unto you, Seek and ye shall find, Knock and the door shall be opened unto you. Allelu, alleluia! *Postlude Lasst uns erfreuen Bednall Tami Newsom, organ *We invite you to stand as able. Welcome to Farragut Presbyterian Church! We are glad you have joined us for worship today. Please register your presence in the friendship folders located at the end of each pew. We invite you to join us for our CELEBRATION BRUNCH after worship today in Fellowship Hall. Readers: Acolytes: Flowers: 8:30 ~ Carolyn Neighbors 11:00 ~ Camilla Thurman 11:00 ~ Graham Morrell, Parker Morrell, Aaron Sharp Given by Buddy and Linda Wert in celebration of Ethan s 10 th birthday.

6 Sun, Nov 12 Mon, Nov 13 Tues, Nov 14 Wed, Nov 15 Thur, Nov 16 Fri, Nov 17 Sat Nov 18 This Week at FPC! 8:30 and 11:00 Sunday Worship 5:00 5:00 6:00 9:00 11:00 3:45 6:00 6:00 6:30 7:00 7:00 9:00 10:00 10:00 10:00 3:45 6:30 7:00 7:00 7:30 9:00 10:30 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:30 7:30 9:00 11:30 6:00 6:30 7:00 9:00 6:00 7:00 10:00 Confirmation Class/Room A Stephen Ministry Group/Library Middle School Youth Group/Room D Lectio Divina/Parlor FPC/UT Joint Choir Rehearsal/Sanc, A CEP Committee/Room 3 Adult Line Dancing Class/Fellowship Hall Christian Education Committee/Library Knoxville Symphony Youth Orchestra Concert/Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay St. PET Stated Meeting/Second Presbyterian PW Circle #1/home of Carol Evans PW Circle #2/Library Worship & Music Committee/Room A Boy Scouts/Education Wing, FH Personnel Committee/Library Prayer at Panera in Turkey Creek Latin Classes/Room A Children s Choir/Sanctuary Middle School Ensemble/Sanctuary Next 30 Years Committees/Library Stephen Ministry Group/Parlor Chancel Choir/Room A Rockers/Puleo s on N. Peters FPC/UT Joint Choir Rehearsal/Sanc, A Cub Scouts/Fellowship Hall Thursday Night Bible Study/Wilson home FPC/UT Joint Choir Rehearsal/Sanc, A TGIF Gentle Yoga Class/Fellowship Hall Hanging of the Greens Contact Katina Sharp at or KatinaSharp@aol.com, if you need childcare to attend a church event.

7 Sunday School 9:45 Class Room Topic Children Education Wing Pre-K and Elementary classes use Whirl, where children practice reading the Bible and discerning what God is saying to them thru a fun DVD Youth Adult Bible Study Class Monday Connection Pastor Matt s Class Moving Meditation Chair Yoga Class Education Wing Room A Parlor Library Room 3 in Education Wing enhanced curriculum. Youth will use Connect, a quirky DVD series which launches students into discussions of reading the Bible from a Reformed perspective. We use The Present Word. This fall s study is about the major covenants throughout the Bible, from Noah s rainbow to our own Lord s Supper. Each lesson stands alone, so come when you can. We are using a Great Courses series on The Old Testament presented by Amy-Jill Levine. As scripture or as the most influential piece of literature ever written, this book is a source of constant wonder, inspiration, and intrigue. This course introduces and analyzes the spiritual content of top films from the 1980s through the 2010s, opening viewers up to a conversation about life, faith, and God. This beginner chair yoga class modifies traditional yoga poses so they can be done while seated in a chair, or standing while using a chair for balance. This class will begin with prayer and end with spiritual meditation.

8 Presbyterian Women will be collecting Infant through Adult size hats, scarves, gloves and mittens during the month of November and early December for the store at Sunset Gap. These items may be either handmade or purchased. Sunset Gap provides these items at no charge to needy individuals. Items should be placed in the box in the Narthex. A Congregational Meeting will take place next Sunday, November 19 immediately after both worship services for the purpose of electing Session Elder Class of 2020 candidates Bev Lomax, Jimmy Loyless, Brenda Luggie, Gale Montgomery, Carolyn Neighbors and Rick Van Allen, and also the 2018 Nominating Committee. Rockers: Fun, food and fellowship for those 50+. Sign-up sheets are in the narthex. Come join us! Daytime Rockers: Thursday, November 16 at 11:30 at Puleo s in Cedar Bluff. Are you feeling called to be a good listener to someone in need? Our church is proud to be a Stephen Ministry congregation, offering one-onone care to those experiencing difficulty or loss. We are in need of additional trained Stephen Ministers. Join us for an informational session on Sunday, November 19 at 9:45 in the Fellowship Hall. Come and learn what Stephen Ministers do, how valuable they are, and what a possible training course might look like. Maybe God is calling you to this special ministry...

9 On Sunday, November 19 at 3:00 we are excited to present our annual Christmas Festival! Our own Chancel Choir will partner with the Chamber Singers of the University of Tennessee to present a wonderful musical treat. You won t want to miss this holiday event that always fills our chancel with the glorious sounds of the season! Feed the Homeless: Join FPC friends on Monday, November 20 to serve lunch at Volunteer Ministry Center. We leave the church at 10:30 and return by 1:00 See the sign-up sheet in the narthex. Sunset Gap Christmas Store: Join us in helping to stock the annual Christmas store where the community shops for family members of all ages. Items are to be new, under $10 and unwrapped. For suggestions and gift ideas, check out the enclosed bulletin insert. Place your items in the collection basket in the narthex. The collection will end on December 3. Sunset Gap Christmas Tree: Help sponsor a needy child for Christmas. Watch for the narthex tree coming soon, take a tag, sign your name on the posted list and return your gift to the church, wrapped, by December 17. If you would like to help deliver on December 18, please contact Debbie Long.

10 Prayers for Our Church Family Mike Agee, David Bolus, Judith and Phill Bradbury, Carolyn Caldwell, Sara Clapp, Jewell Countiss, Stuart Daw, Billie Fain, Tyrone Gregory, Marge Griffith, Frank and Margo Guess, Paul Hanson, Ron and Jeanette Mann, Bea Manske, Irma McGuffey, Jim Meador, John Montgomery, Kirk Morris, Leigh Ann Neely, Dale and Judy Rogers, Betsy Starr, Steve Tinder, Wayne Walls, Melody White For a complete prayer list that includes friends and family, or to join our prayer group, please contact the church office. Military Joshua Meador, Stephen Peterson, Kevin Shelton, David Sparks, Chase Sterling, Mark Wurth Mission Workers Mark Hare and Jenny Bent Haiti Carlton Cobbie and Dessa Palm Philippines Bereaved The family of Dolly Wallace, Debbie Long s mother The family of Ed Wilson, Sara Clapp s brother The family of member Bea Manske

11 Farragut Presbyterian Church 209 Jamestowne Blvd. Farragut, TN Phone: Fax: Website: Church Office Hours: Monday Thursday, 9:00 to 3:00 Friday, 9:00 to 1:00 Praising God, Serving Others, Growing in Faith Pastor Rev. Matthew Nieman Director of Youth and Children s Ministries. Katina Sharp Director of Music...Dr. Angela L. Batey Associate Director of Music...Tami Newsom Office Administrator...Dawn Zilles Bookkeeper....Lori Corbett Children s Enrichment Program Director......Beth Hallman Treasurer...John Begovich Financial Secretary.. Tom Koch Stephen Ministry....Deena Ramey