THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH AT WORSHIP New London, New Hampshire. WE OFFER OURSELVES IN PRAYER AND PRAISE. *Hymn (insert), Amazing Grace

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2 THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH AT WORSHIP New London, New Hampshire October 28, WE OFFER OURSELVES IN PRAYER AND PRAISE Prelude: Largo 10:00 a.m. G.F. Handel Welcome Gospel Reading: Mark 8: (Page 1055) *Hymn (insert), Amazing Grace John Newton The Morning Prayer The Lord s Prayer ( trespasses ) 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. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. A Call to Stewardship Psalm 104: These all look to you to give them their food at the proper time. When you give it to them, they gather it up; when you open your hand, they are satisfied with good things. Alan MacDonald, Chairperson, Kearsarge Regional Ecumenical Ministries The Offertory Anthem: Blest Are They David Haas/arr. Michael Helman *Presentation of the Offerings and Offertory Prayer *Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.

3 [At this time the children will be dismissed for Sunday School.] WE SEEK A WORD FROM GOD FOR THIS DAY Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 15: 1-11 (Page 1205) Sermon: Of First Importance WE FOLLOW CHRIST INTO THE WORLD TO LOVE AND TO SERVE *Hymn 51, How Great Thou Art Stuart K. Hine *Benediction Postlude: Blest Are They" David Haas *Please stand if you are able.

4 WELCOME TO THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF NEW LONDON We unite and inspire people to discover and celebrate the light of Jesus Christ in everyday life. To learn more about the First Baptist Church of New London, fill out a Visitor s Card for contact by Pastor Glidewell, or visit our website:

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7 WEEKLY CALENDAR Sun, Oct 28 How to Read the Bible Book Study 8:30 a.m. Music Rehearsal Chapel/Music Room 9:00 a.m. Worship Service Meeting House 10:00 a.m. Surprised by the Power of the Holy Spirit Book Study BWF Room 11:30 a.m. Mon, Oct 29 Fill Your Cup Mother s Group Library 9:00-11:00 a.m. Sunapee Singers Chapel/Music Room 2:00 p.m. Tues, Oct 30 Women s Book Study BWF Room 8:45 a.m. Staff Meeting Library 9:00 a.m. Prayer Ministry Library All are welcome 1:30 p.m. Wed, Oct 31 Pastor s Bible Study Reney Room 10:00 a.m. Community Children s Choir Supper 5:15 p.m. Cleveland Hall Food Pantry Open 5:30-7:00 p.m. Community Children s Choir Rehearsal 5:45-6:45 p.m. Music Rm Bell Choir Rehearsal Bell Choir Room 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts Cleveland Hall 7:00 p.m. Thurs, Nov 1 Community Coffee Cleveland Hall 8:00-10:00 a.m. Music Rehearsal Chapel/Music Room 7:00 p.m. Sat, Nov 3 Food Pantry Open 10:00-11:30 a.m. Sun, Nov 4 Church Breakfast 9:00 a.m. Pledge Music Rehearsal Chapel/Music Room 9:00 a.m. Dedication Worship Service Meeting House 10:00 a.m. Surprised by the Power of the Holy Spirit Book Study BWF Room 11:30 a.m. VBS Replay! Cleveland Hall 11:30 a.m. In addition, AA Meetings are held M, W, F 12:15 p.m. AA, Alanon, Alateen - Tues 7:00 p.m.

8 FILL YOUR CUP A Gathering for Women in the Season of Motherhood Facilitated by Michelle Martlew Monday mornings 9-11 am The season of motherhood, though a gift, is very much about serving others. This no prep/no stress group is intended to provide respite for a mother s soul. Let us join together for coffee, conversation, prayer, and an opportunity to regularly fill our spiritual cup! Mondays, Oct Dec. 3, (9-11 am) THE BEST YES - Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands What nourishing food for thought before the Christmas season begins! In this sixsession video-based Bible study, Lysa TerKeurst shares how to make better use of the two most powerful words, yes and no. Using Biblical teaching and practical insights, this study will help you be more equipped to discern the best yes answers for your life. Mondays, Dec. 10 & 17, (9-11 am) THE GREATEST GIFT - Unwrapping the Full Love Story of Christmas In this 2 week video curriculum, Ann Voskamp draws viewers deep into Scripture as she explores and illuminates the magnificence of God's Word through the unfurling of the greatest love story ever told - God's ardent and relentless pursuit of us. The Greatest Gift DVD is a moment of calm amid the busy holiday season. Join us as you can - for the full 2 hours each week, or just part of the time! *Childcare may be available; please contact the church office in advance * Friendly reminder: daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. (local time) next Sunday, November 4. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour on Saturday night before you go to bed.

9 NEXT SUNDAY FOR BREAKFAST! Please join us next Sunday, November 4, for a buffet-style breakfast. Serving begins at 9 AM. [Remember to set your clocks back so you make it to breakfast and worship on time.] AND STAY AFTER OUR WORSHIP SERVICE FOR VBS REPLAY! Taking the enthusiasm and energy of our summer VBS program and expanding it into an Outside the Box Sunday School experience for the entire family! Our theme for Sunday, November 4 is PAY IT FORWARD Join us from 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Cleveland Hall Music, Stories, Community Craft and Lunch! *A newly piloted once-a-month after-church alternative Sunday School for K 5 students *Parents and caregivers are invited and strongly encouraged to participate in this program *Designed to make new friends and deepen our faith as a family and in community. *FREE and OPEN to ALL! RSVP please or cindyjohnson@fbcnlnh.org

10 Our Worship Leaders this morning are Rev. Charles Glidewell, Pastor Rev. Cindy Johnson, Associate Pastor Rev. Dale Edwards, Guest Preacher David Chaves, Music Director Church Choir & Musicians Handbell Choir Linda Myers, Liturgist The flowers this morning are given by Bob & Darlene Ligon in loving memory of their son Jason. Coffee and Fellowship Please join us for coffee and refreshments in Cleveland Hall following the Worship Service. All who are worshiping with us this morning are invited to share in this time of fellowship. We sincerely welcome visitors and are strengthened by your participation in the act of worship. Coffee Servers John Bowman & Claire Ketteler Greeters & Ushers Tracy Coverdale & Brita Ek Allan & Joan Gould Woodcrest Jen Ellis The First Baptist Church 461 Main Street, P.O. Box 336 New London, NH (603) Rev. Charles Glidewell, Pastor Stephanie Barton, Office Manager Rev. Cindy Johnson, Associate Pastor Kit Ross, Administrative Assistant David Chaves, Music Director Steven Hunt, Sexton Michelle Martlew, Nursery Assistant Liz Donovan, Assistant Sexton CCLI #