First Presbyterian Church 4511 Sixth Avenue, Kearney, NE (308)

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First Presbyterian Church 4511 Sixth Avenue, Kearney, NE 68845 www.fpckearney.org (308) 234-4543 INFORMATION FOR VISITORS Welcome to First Presbyterian Church!

1 First Presbyterian Church 4511 Sixth Avenue, Kearney, NE (308) INFORMATION FOR VISITORS Welcome to First Presbyterian Church! We want you to feel comfortable and at ease in your surroundings. The following services are available to aid your comfort in worship. Please inform the ushers of your particular needs. Nursery Staff will welcome your infants and toddlers. Wireless hearing aids, large-print bulletins, and large-print Bibles are available from the ushers. Children s bulletins, activity backpacks, and Bibles are available from the ushers. Please turn all cell phones and pagers to vibrate during the worship service! Visitors -- Please take a sticker from the inside cover of the pew pad so that we may properly greet you after worship. Visitors and members are urged to record your presence at worship on the friendship pads which are in the pews. Please include your address, phone number and any other information you wish to share with us and acquaint yourself with those sharing the pew. We cordially invite you to join us for refreshments and fellowship every Sunday morning following the Worship Service in the Family Life Center. Anyone wishing to unite with the church, please let the Rev. Price-Gibson know. THANK YOU FOR JOINING US! WORSHIP SCHEDULE OFFICE HOURS 9:00 a.m. Sunday Church School Monday through Thursday: 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Coffee Fellowship following Worship Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Minister: Every Member of This Church Rev. Dr. Stephen Price-Gibson, Pastor Sandy McKirahan, Music Director Rose Miller, Office Administrator Sharon Rees, Accompanist Angela Wright, Bell Choir Director Tyler Newby, Nursery Coordinator Dennis Shultz, Custodian Kelsey Cobb, Nursery Attendant Connie Moon, Organist Susan Wallace, Organist Web-site: Presbyterian Church USA Presbytery of Central Nebraska Should you have a need for pastoral care, please contact Rev. Stephen Price-Gibson at or at revstephen@frontier.com.

2 Words of Preparation Transitory gods are not able to save or bring happiness to the human heart. Only God is able. It is faith we must rediscover. --Martin Luther King Jr. January 19, 2014 WORSHIP FOR THE LORD S DAY 10:30 A.M. 2 nd Sunday after Epiphany *All rise in body or spirit. PRELUDE Lamb of God arr. Bill Wolaver WELCOME Greeting and Announcements Welcoming One Another CHORAL INTROIT Praise God For This Holy Ground John Bell Chancel Choir *CALL TO WORSHIP Isaiah 49:3, 6; John 1:29, 39, 41 Beth Johnson, Liturgist Here is the servant of God, a light to all the nations. Come and see the Messiah, the Lord. Here is the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world. Come and see the Messiah, the Lord. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. And also with you. Let us worship God. *HYMN Just As I Am, without One Plea No. 442 *CONFESSION AND PARDON Trusting in God s grace, let us confess our sin: God of glory, we confess that we that we have not sought your face. We labor for worldly things and lack in spiritual gifts. We sacrifice much for false idols and forsake your holy Lamb. Forgive us; give us grace. Take away the sin of the world and teach us, as disciples, to show the wonder of your love in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. *Sung Response O Lamb of God No. 555 Know that God loves you. In Jesus Christ, God has died for you. God is in the very core of your being. You are in the presence of God. You are in the arms of God. You are in the love of God. You are in the kingdom of God. You are in the heart of God. Thanks be to God! *Sung Response Glory to God, Whose Goodness Shines on Me No. 582

3 CHILDREN S TIME ANTHEM He Became a Lamb Mary Kay Beall He became a lamb, He became a lamb. When the father needed a sacrifice, He sent His Son and He became a lamb. Scarred, bruised, suffering for sins not His own. Scarred, bruised, willing to give up the throne. God so loved the world that he sent his only begotten son To pay the price, a sacrifice, a lamb. PRAYER OF ILLUMINATION Let us pray: God of mercy, grant that the Word you speak this day may take root in our hearts, and bear fruit to your honor and glory, for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. SCRIPTURE LESSON John 1:29-42 Red Pew Bible, N.T., pg. 92 Gold Pew Bible, N.T., pg. 124 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SERMON "WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? *HYMN Your Only Son No. 518 ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS Scott Matteson, Session Clerk RULING ELDERS: Georgia Byrn, Steve Case, Steve Miller, and Sharon Rees DEACONS: Barb Friskopp, Jill Hurt, Mary Jo Morrow, Jordan Nelson, and Mark Nelson PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Lord s Prayer 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. Choral Amen Amen Dale Wood TITHES AND OFFERINGS Offertory Here I Am, Lord setting by John Carter *Presentation In the Lord I ll Be Ever Thankful No. 654 In the Lord I ll be ever thankful, in the Lord I will rejoice! Look to God, do not be afraid. Lift up your voices, the Lord is near, lift up your voices, the Lord is near. *Dedication Prayer Let us pray: Merciful God, we offer with joy and thanksgiving what you have first given us our selves, our time, and our possessions, signs of your gracious love. Receive them for the sake of him who offered himself for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. *HYMN My Faith Looks Up to Thee No. 829 *BLESSING *SUNG BENEDICTION In My Life verse 3 No. 468 In your church, Lord, be glorified, Be glorified. In your church, Lord, be glorified today. *POSTLUDE Lead On, O King Eternal Lani Smith We cordially invite you to join us for refreshments and fellowship every Sunday morning following the Worship Service in the Family Life Center. WOMEN S BIBLE STUDY NEWS In January, our mission emphasis will be The S.A.F.E. Center. They request hygiene items and all sizes of diapers. The families and staff and individuals also need prayer. January 21 - Ruth Circle, 1:30 p.m., Classroom ANNUAL MEETING Sunday, February 2 Following 10:30 a.m. Worship Service

4 Liturgist: Beth Johnson Acolytes: Callie Collins and Zak Nicol Greeters/Ushers: Leonard and Sue DeBrie, Judy Rothenberger, Robert and Evelyn Vohland, and Lissa Woodruff Coffee Hosts: Jill Sage and Danelle Collins Chancel Choir Director: Sandy McKirahan Accompanist: Sharon Rees Organist: Susan Wallace Sound System Technician: Josh Hofer Nursery Attendants: Tyler Newby and Kelsey Cobb January 12, 2014 Church Attendance: 121 Dimes for Mission: 155 FESTIVAL OF THE BIBLE January 26 Plans are coming together for a very special celebration of the Bible on Sunday, January 26. The service will focus on what the Bible means for the church and the Christian today. The choir will have special music, and the service will touch your heart and mind. This service is an excellent occasion to extend a special invitation to guests to worship with us. One way in which each member can participate is be loaning to the church a Bible of family, historical, or personal significance, or in another language for a special display. Please bring the Bible you are loaning for the occasion to the office not later than Wednesday, January 22. WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEAL/ACITIVITIES The Wednesday Night activities have expanded to include a light meal being served for anyone who wishes to participate starting at 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The cost of this meal will be $2.00 per person. No change in all choirs practice times. Schedule: 5:00 pm 7:00 pm Light meal 5:00 pm 6:00 pm Confirmation Class 6:00 pm 7:00 pm Middle/High School Youth Group 6:00 pm 7:00 pm Pastor s Class How to Read the Bible VBS COORDINATORS WANTED The Christian Education committee is seeking two people to serve as coordinators for Vacation Bible School. One person will be asked to serve a 2 year term as coordinator so that organization and scheduling will continue at an exceptional level. Wilderness Escape is the theme and tentative date is July 13-17, Please contact Heidi Cobb at to volunteer or with your questions. Our youth need you!! 2014 FLOWER CHART Sign up for 2014 flowers on the current chart posted on the bulletin board by the church office. Please take a few moments to sign up to contribute flowers to glorify God s house on Sunday and to honor or celebrate your loved ones! PRIME OF LIFE Prime of Life will be held Sunday, February 16 at 6:00 pm so mark your calendars. Bev and Charlie Pickens and Wilma and Gale Woodruff will host the evening. We will enjoy a light dessert and a short program. Everyone aged 55 or older is enthusiastically invited to join the group. Please contact Barb Friskopp at or bfriskopp@rcom-ne.com for more information PER CAPITA This year our per capita is $29.55 per member. This money goes to offset the administrative cost for the Presbytery, Synod and General Assembly which supports Presbyterian programs, missions, and ministries. SAVE THE DATE! 2014 Go & Serve Mission Trip Moore, Oklahoma Leaving Monday, April 21 Returning Saturday, April 26

5 SUNDAY SCHOOL Time: 9:00-10:00 a.m. Each Sunday Nursery is available for infants and toddlers ages three and under. Youth classes are held for children ages three and up. Gift cards valued up to $25 are given to youth with regular attendance and for bringing friends. Adults can choose from a variety of classes. DVD Series/Current Issues Teachers John McKirahan & Charlie Pickens Bible 103 Teacher Steve Miller SYNOD SCHOOL 2014 Becoming God s Next Church July 27-August 1, Buena Vista University, Storm Lake, Iowa WHAT IS SYNOD SCHOOL? Synod School is a special learning and personal enrichment experience for all ages. We seek to create an environment of hospitality, healing and hope. The week is designed for individuals and families, laity and clergy. Classes and activities are available for adults, youth and children some separately, some intergenerational. Come and grow in faith through action, relationships, and a centering of the spirit. Come for continuing education, for a special family experience, or for individual growth. Come to participate in a unique experience of Christian community, as we worship, study, play, and live together. Some Course Topics: Church Decline and Resurrection Dyeing, Tatting, Jewelry & other crafts Global Perspectives: Africa, Pakistan & more Old & New Testament Bible Studies Sheldon Cooper: Spiritual Path Song Share, & African Drumming Unlocking the Secrets of Your Grill Congregational Conflict Skills Prayer Shawl Ministry T-Shirt & Paper Pieced Quilts Bioethics Basket Weaving Ballroom & Latin Dance Sports, Recreation and Hobbies Watch for course catalog and registration information coming in late February. Our Members: Darrell Barnes Cheyenne and Cora Boyle Danelle Collins and children John and Mary Daake Lorraine Feind The Family of Virgil Finke Dewaine Fisher Bernice Frauen For Our Prayers Kathy Gappa Don and Allene Gimeson Matthew Lindsay Gordon Morrow Tommy & Relena Myers and Family Audrey and Bill Nelson Ken and Marilyn Whittaker Gary Zaruba Our Friends of the Church: Jim Deupree (brother of Bev Gustafson) Merlene Paul (sister of Bev Gustafson) Susie and Abraham Hernandez Kathy and Phil Shade Jake Hild (brother of Jack Hild) Gail Stover (cousin of Lyn Shaffer) Tammy May (friend of Pat Hild) Rich Vohland (son of Bob & Evelyn Vohland) Gary Mueller (friend of Ken & Ruth Slominski) Mike Zapp (friend of Ken & Lyn Shaffer) Bobbi Hoffman and Family (friend of Rose Miller) Dosia & Jimmy O Quinn (sister-in-law & brother of Ann Young) Diane & Corey Troyer and Family (daughter of Gary &Donna Murphy) Paul Wagner, Paul Wagner Jr, and Tammie Wagner (son, grandson, and daughter-in-law of Bob Wagner) Tom Woodruff (son of Gayle and Wilma Woodruff and brother of Lissa Woodruff) Our Loved Ones In Service To Our Country: Brian Adams-Army Crystal Jacobson-USAF Danelle Collins-ANG Jason Keen-USAF Thomas Gibson-USAF Kristin Lindenstein-USAF Gary Haines-USAF Ryan Rowher-Army David Hild-Guard Greg Stevens-USMC Amy Jacobson-Guard Linda Youberg-Navy Our Presbytery and the Wider Church: Bob Houser, Honorably Retired Stuart Davis, serving Ewing UM/PCUSA Please help our Church office keep our prayer list current. Unless otherwise requested we will keep names on the prayer list for four weeks.

6 ANNOUNCEMENTS In case of inclement weather, please listen to KGFW-AM Radio Station 1340 or watch NTV Channel 13 for church cancellation. Notice will be posted by 8:30 a.m. We welcome all visitors to worship this morning. We would like you to learn more about our church and give us a chance to make you feel at home. If anyone needs a ride to church on Sundays, please call the church office at so that we may arrange transportation for you. If you would like a tape recorded copy of the Sunday Worship Service, please call the church office at Person of the Month selected by the Worship and Music Committee for January is Amanda Badgley for her leadership in Sunday School as well as directing the Christmas program. Amanda has implemented several new ideas in the Christian Education program. Dimes for Mission. The Mission Committee designated the Heifer International Project as the recipient of the January through March Dimes for Mission. Please keep donating those dimes to help purchase animals for families in third world countries. Equal Exchange Products. Check out the Equal Exchange Products available in the church office Coffee (Regular, Decaf, and Flavored), Tea (Breakfast, Green, Chai, Decaf Vanilla Rooibos), and Hot Cocoa. Why not consider giving a gift of Fair Trade coffee, tea or hot cocoa? Save Best Choice Barcode UPC Labels For Cash. Please save your Best Choice barcodes (UPC symbol) and bring them to the church where a shoebox is located in the church office. Best Choice products are available at Grand Central Apple Market. Some Best Choice products excluded are aluminum soda cans, aerosol cans, and cigarettes. Save General Mills Box Tops For Education And Campbell s Labels For Education. The Mission Committee would like you to know that the Menaul School in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is collecting General Mills Box Tops for Education and Campbell's Labels for Education (UPC product code and Labels for Education coupons). This program helps them "buy" classroom supplies. The school is a project that we have donated Dimes for Mission to in the past. One of our former members, Ima Stapleman, worked for the school for a period of time. Please put your Box Tops and Campbell s labels in the Best Choice collection box in the church office. Wanted: Coffee Hosts for The Congregational Life Committee Needs YOUR Help! If you are one of the many who enjoy the coffee fellowship time after church, then WE WANT YOU! Please sign up on the chart in the narthex. THIS WEEK AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday, January 19 9:00 a.m. Sunday Church School All Church 10:30 a.m.worship Service Ordination/Installation-Elders/DeaconsSanctuary Following Worship Service Coffee Fellowship Family Life Center Monday, January 20 7:00 a.m. Men s Bible Study Family Life Center Tuesday, January 21 10:30 a.m. Staff Meeting Pastor s Office 1:30 p.m. Ruth Circle Bible Study Classroom 6:00 p.m. Evangelism Committee Meeting Classroom 7:00 P.M. SESSION MEETING LIBRARY Wednesday, January 22 5:00 p.m. Light Meal Family Life Center 5:00 p.m. Confirmation Class Classroom 6:00 p.m. Pastor s Class How to Read the Bible Family Life Center 6:00 p.m. Youth Bell Choir Practice Sanctuary 6:00 p.m. Middle/High School Youth Group Sr. High Room 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice Sanctuary 8:00 p.m. Gloria Dei Bell Choir Practice Sanctuary Sunday, January 26 9:00 a.m. Sunday Church School All Church 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Festival of the Bible Sanctuary Following Worship Service Coffee Fellowship Family Life Center PASTOR S CLASS HOW TO READ THE BIBLE Wednesdays at 6:00 pm First Presbyterian Church All are welcome bring your friends!

THANK YOU FOR JOINING US!

THANK YOU FOR JOINING US! INFORMATION FOR VISITORS Welcome to First Presbyterian Church! We want you to feel comfortable and at ease in your surroundings. The following services are available to aid your comfort in worship. Please