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1 Cypress Ridge PCA March 18, 2018

2 WELCOME We are glad you chose to worship with us today. It is our hope that today s service will be a fresh encounter with God s love and grace. This folder will guide you as we worship together. OUR PURPOSE Cypress Ridge PCA exists to be a God centered, worshiping community that disciples God s people and extends God s kingdom. CRPC is a member of the Presbyterian Church in America: VISITOR/PRAYER REQUEST CARD Visitors: We would like to get to know you. Therefore, we ask that you please fill out the Visitor Card and place it in the offering plate. If you d like additional information about CRPC, we encourage you to look at our website for further information. Website is: Prayer Requests: After recording your prayer requests, please place the card in the offering plate. CHILDREN We offer numerous options for children during worship: Children are welcome to remain in the Sanctuary for the entire service. (Approximately one hour and 15 minutes.) There is a nursery and pre-school room. The nursery is for infants through 1 year olds. The pre-school room is for 2-3 year olds. Children s Prayer: Children of all ages will be invited to come forward for prayer during our worship service. After the prayer, children may return to their seats or go to Children s Worship. Children s Worship is offered for those from age 4 through 3 rd grade. Children return to the Sanctuary before Communion. There is a cry room at the back of the Sanctuary where parents can take their child(ren) during the service. About the Cover: made via pixabay and canva 1

3 THE LORD GATHERS THE NATIONS We believe that the Triune God Father, Son, and Holy Spirit calls the world to worship Him. As a Christian community, we gather together on the first day of each week to worship Him as we are led by the Spirit. As we worship, we bring our praise and our concerns, our joys and our sorrows, our hopes and our troubles. Prelude (All music used by permission CCLI # ) *Please silence your electronic devices Announcements Reflection on Worship Though our feelings come and go, God s love for us does not. - C.S. Lewis Call to Worship Psalm 27:1, 5, 13, 14 Leader: The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? Response: For he will hide me in his shelter in the day of trouble; he will conceal me under the cover of his tent; he will lift me high upon a rock. Leader: I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living! Response: Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord! 2

4 Here I Am to Worship Author: Tim Hughes, 2000 Thankyou Music Light of the world You stepped down into darkness Opened my eyes let me see Beauty that made, this heart adore You Hope of a life spent with You So, here I am to worship, here I am to bow down Here I am to say that You re my God You re altogether lovely, altogether worthy Altogether wonderful to me King of all days, oh so highly exalted Glorious in heaven above Humbly You came to the earth You created All for love s sake became poor Chorus Holy is the Lord Music and words by Chris Tomlin and Louie Giglio We stand and lift up our hands, for the joy of the Lord is our strength We bow down and worship Him now, how great, how awesome is He And together we sing, everyone sing Holy is the Lord, God Almighty, the earth is filled with His Glory Holy is the Lord, God Almighty, the earth is filled with His Glory The earth is filled with His Glory It s rising up all around, it s the anthem of the Lord s renown It s rising up all around, it s the anthem of the Lord s renown And together we sing, everyone sing Chorus 3

5 Mighty is Our God Words and Music: Don Moen, Gerrit Gustafson, Eugene Greco Mighty is our God, mighty is our King Mighty is our Lord, ruler of everything Glory to our God, glory to our King Glory to our Lord, ruler of everything His name is higher, higher than any other name His power is greater, for he has created everything Mighty is our God, mighty is our King Mighty is our Lord, ruler of everything Glory to our God, glory to our King Glory to our Lord, ruler of everything Prayer for Children [Children ages 4 through 3 rd grade may leave for Children s Worship] 4

6 THE LORD REVEALS HIMSELF TO THE WORLD God calls the nations to follow him primarily through the reading and exposition of His inspired, infallible, and inerrant word as contained in the Old and New Testaments. We believe that the Scriptures teach what man is to believe concerning God and what duty God requires of man. Sermon Text (Pew Bible p. 1003) Hebrews 4: And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account. 14 Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. 15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Sermon Joe Ragsdale, Guest Preacher 5

7 Rock of Ages Words by Augustus M. Toplady, 1776; Alt. By Thomas Cotterill, 1815; Rock of Ages, cleft for me; Let me hide myself in Thee Let the water and the blood; from Thy riven side which flowed Be of sin the double cure; cleanse me from its guilt and pow r Nothing in my hand I bring; simply to Thy cross I cling Naked, come to Thee for dress; helpless, look to Thee for grace Foul, I to the fountain fly; wash me, Savior, or I die Blessed Assurance Text by Fanny J. Crosby. Music by Phoebe P. Knoapp Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine Oh, what a foretaste of glory divine Heir of salvation, purchase of God Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood This is my story, this is my song Praising my Savior all the day long This is my story, this is my song Praising my Savior all the day long Perfect submission, all is at rest I in my Savior am happy and blest Watching and waiting, looking above Filled with His goodness, lost in His love Chorus 6

8 THE LORD FORGIVES OUR SINS We respond to God s revelation by acknowledging that we are not perfect. Therefore, we need the Savior, Jesus Christ. He invites us to bring Him all our faults and brokenness. Because of His gracious love, He forgives all our sins. Confession of Sin Hebrews 4:15-16 Leader: For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Unison Almighty God, we confess that we are far worse sinners than we would like to admit. Instead of bowing before your throne, seeking your wisdom, we tend to turn to our own ways and devices. You are more gracious and loving than we will ever deserve. We praise you for your unconditional love. Thank you, Jesus, for being both our sacrificial lamb and our High Priest. We ask for your forgiveness and for your Holy Spirit to give us changed hearts. In Jesus name. Amen [Silent Confession] Assurance of Pardon 2 Corinthians 5:21; Galatians 2:20 Leader: For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. Unison: I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. 7

9 THE LORD PROVIDES OUR DAILY BREAD Worship includes returning to God and His work a portion of our material possessions as tithes and offerings. We ask Him to use the generosity of His people to continue and to advance the work of His church. Offertory Scripture Psalm 54:6 Leader: With a freewill offering I will sacrifice to you; I will give thanks to your name, O Lord, for it is good. Offertory THE LORD CALLS US TO PRAY God calls us to pray. Through prayer we seek His good and perfect will. Our prayer time includes praying for our March Mission of the Month: The Mission. The Mission is a non-profit serving the Winter Haven community. Their desire is to share Christ. meet needs, build relationships and to restore purpose. Prayer Scripture Psalm 28:6-7 Leader: Blessed be the Lord! For he has heard the voice of my pleas for mercy. The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him. Elder Prayer Elder David Reyes 8

10 Before the Throne of God Above Words & Music by Charitie Lees Bancroft & Vikki Cook Before the throne of God above; I have a strong, and perfect plea A great High Priest whose name is Love Who ever lives and pleads for me My name is graven on His hands; my name is written on His heart I know that while in heav n He stands No tongue can bid me thence depart (2x) When Satan tempts me to despair; and tells me of the guilt within Upward I look and see Him there; Who made an end to all my sin Because the sinless Savior died; my sinful soul is counted free For God, the just is satisfied To look on Him and pardon me (2x) Behold Him there, the risen Lamb; my perfect, spotless righteousness The great unchangeable I Am; the King of glory and of grace One with Himself I cannot die; my soul is purchased with His blood My life is hid with Christ on high With Christ, my Savior and my God (2x) THE LORD COMMUNES WITH HIS PEOPLE The climax of our worship is sitting at the Table with the Lord. We come to the Table full of thankfulness and joy because of His grace. As the perfect Lamb of God, Jesus sacrifice reconciled us to the Father so that we are in a right relationship with him. Distribution of the Bread and Cup 9

11 THE LORD SENDS US OUT INTO THE WORLD God does not save us simply from something. He saves us to something to be His messengers of redemption to a lost and fallen world. He sends us out redeemed, loved, and with a purpose. We are called to bear witness to what He is doing in our lives where we live, work, and play. Praise be to God! Benediction 1 Timothy 1:17 (NIV) Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen. Unison Response: Christ has died! Christ has risen! Christ will come again!!! Choral Response Tri-fold Amen TODAY CRPC FAMILY EVENTS Sunday 9:15 am Fellowship and Snacks follow our worship service THIS WEEK Monday Afternoon: JHi4Jesus Girl s 3:30 pm Monday Evening: Sr. High Girl s 6:15 pm Monday Evening: Women s Bible 7 pm Tuesday Morning: Women s Bible 9:30 am Tuesday Afternoon: Session 4:30 pm Wednesday Evening: Bridge at the 6 pm Saturday Morning: Men s Sunrise Bible 7 am 10

12 11 Saturday Morning: Men s Bible Study at 8 am Saturday Morning: Men s 9 am. Sign up at the Welcome Center! Saturday Morning: Blackwood Memorial 11:30 am ON THE HORIZON Good Friday Service Friday, March 30 6:30 pm. Easter Eggztravaganza Saturday, March 31 st, 9:30-11am. Grab a flyer at the Welcome Center and invite a friend, coworker or neighbor! We are now collecting candy for the Eggztravaganza!! Think small and individually wrapped. Thank you! We are trying to fill 1000 eggs this year. Easter Breakfast - Sunday, April 1 st. Come celebrate our risen Lord with your church family with food and fellowship. If you would like to sign up to bring a casserole, bowl of fruit, or a breakfast bread, please see the Easter Breakfast table in the back. Jr. High Outing Tuesday, April 10 th, 4:15-8 pm, $10/student. Sr. High Boathouse Spring Retreat April th. Kidz Water Play Date Saturday, April 28 th, 1-3 pm at the Steverson home. Vacation Bible School Follow the Leader June th FYI Thank you Dear church, How can I express my love and appreciation for my church family? You have been so supportive all this time. You ministered to us all through Clyde s illness and death. There are really no words except to say thank you with all my heart. Sincerely, Marlene Membership/Inquirer s Class Sign Up Sheet is located at the Welcome Center! If you have already signed up the office will be contacting you soon to talk about the details of the class.

13 The Story of Jesus Play is being performed in Wauchula, FL on March 23, 24, 30, 31 and April 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21. Tickets range from $15-25 per person. Find a friend and go enjoy this great theatrical event! For more information, go to God s provision from March 11: General Fund Giving: $7,930 YTD to General Fund: $62,988 YTD Budgeted Needs: $59,346 THANKS TO THOSE WHO SERVE MARCH 2018 MINISTRY SCHEDULE Elder of the Month: Paul Bacheldor Deacon of the Month: Charles Burkett Ushers: Johnnie Brown, Bob Wood, Terry Schmucker, Joe Johnston Greeters: Sunday Nursery: 18 - Bill & Edna Kelder 25 - Jeanne Gayhart & Vicki Jones 18 - Kim Schmucker & Lori/Baileigh 25 - Kay Smith & Lori/Baileigh Children s 18 - Jon Parmerter & Renae Anderson Worship: 25 - Mary Jones & Violene Genisse Snacks: Counters: Communion: 18 - Kay Smith 25 - Linda Engstrom & Shirley Burkett 18 - Ken Harrison & Paul Pletcher 25 - Ken Harrison & Paul Pletcher Don & Roxanne Copeland Wednesday 21 - Kay Smith & Lori Brousseau Nursery: 28 - Kay Smith & Lori Brousseau Birthdays 3/19 David Warren 3/22 Patty Smith 3/23 Richard MacCrea 3/23 Kimberly Reyes 12

14 3/26 Mary Jones 3/27 Pam Cherkis 3/28 Jason Frodge 3/29 Leon Anderson Anniversaries 3/19 David & Blossom Warren 3/22 Tom & Lynne Knisley APRIL 2018 MINISTRY SCHEDULE Elder of the Month: David Reyes Deacon of the Month: David Holdener Ushers: Don Copeland, Paul Pletcher, Leopold Jean-Bart, José Del Valle Greeters: Sunday Nursery: TBD Children s: Worship: Snacks: Counters: Communion: 1 - Paul & Sheryl Bacheldor 8 - Terry & Kim Schmucker 15 - Ginger Andersen & Betty Jones 22 - Philip & Jeanie Baier 29 - José & Mizza Del Valle 1 - Easter Sunday, no Children s Worship 8 - Anna Bacheldor & Gabrielle Jean-Bart 15 - Jon Parmerter & Renae Anderson 22 - Lynne Knisley & Johnnie Brown 29 - Jeremy Reyes & Faviola Genisse 1 - TBD 8 - TBD 15 - Holdener s 22 - TBD 29 - TBD 1 - Mike Sakko & Jon Parmerter 8 - Mike Sakko & Jon Parmerter 15 - Mike Sakko & Jon Parmerter 22 - Ken Harrison & Paul Pletcher 29 - Ken Harrison & Paul Pletcher Terry & Kim Schmucker 13

15 NOMINATIONS OF OFFICERS We believe the New Testament establishes two offices for the church: Elders (also called overseers or bishops) and deacons. Nominating and electing men that are qualified and called to these offices is a very important duty of the congregation. Please take the next few weeks to read through these passages as you prayerfully consider who you could approach about becoming a leader at Cypress Ridge. 1 Timothy 3:1-13: The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer (elder), he desires a noble task. Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. He must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive, for if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he care for God s church? He must not be a recent convert, or he may become puffed up with conceit and fall into the condemnation of the devil. Moreover, he must be well thought of by outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into a snare of the devil. Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain. They must hold the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. And let them also be tested first; then let them serve as deacons if they prove themselves blameless. Their wives likewise must be dignified, not slanderers, but sober-minded, faithful in all things. Let deacons each be the husband of one wife, managing their children and their own households well. For those who serve well as deacons gain a good standing for themselves and also great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus. Titus 1:5-9 This is why I left you in Crete, so that you might put what remained into order, and appoint elders in every town as I directed you if anyone is above reproach, the husband of one wife, and his children are believers and not open to the charge of debauchery or insubordination. For an overseer, as God's steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover of good, selfcontrolled, upright, holy, and disciplined. He must hold firm to the trustworthy word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and also to rebuke those who contradict it. 14

16 CHURCH STAFF Tom Luchenbill Pastor Sandy Luchenbill Worship Leader Sherry Sakko Visitation Coordinator Jeremy Reyes Youth Ministry Intern Anna Bacheldor Office Administrator Children s Ministry Dir. info@cypressridge-pca.org CHURCH LEADERSHIP ELDERS: Paul Bacheldor pbacheldor@yahoo.com David Reyes daddudedr@gmail.com Dr. Jim Andersen, Emeritus jandersenmdpa@gmail.com DEACONS: Charles Burkett cburkett11@tampabay.rr.com David Holdener dholdener28@gmail.com Leopold Jean-Bart gabileo@msn.com Don Paris, Emeritus don@pariscontracting.net Cypress Ridge Presbyterian Church 6230 Cypress Gardens Blvd. Winter Haven, FL