Celebration of Worship

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2 Celebration of Worship L.E.A.D. Morning SErvicES of DivinE WorShip - May 27, 2018 Mr. Bruce Stallings, Executive Pastor Dr. John Haines, Worship Pastor Worship Leaders Dr. Harry L. Reeder III, Pastor/Teacher Please adjust all electronic devices so as not to interrupt the service. Rev. Daniel Cason, Pianist Mr. Hunter Goff, Organist The GaTherinG of God s PeoPle in the great assembly I will bless the Lord. Psalm 26:12 The Call to Worship and Preparation from the Psalms The Prelude and Time of Meditation and Confession O most great, most just and gracious God; You are of purer eyes than to behold iniquity; but You have promised mercy through Jesus Christ to all who repent and believe. Therefore, we confess that we are sinful and have come short of the glory of God. We have neglected and abused Your holy worship and name. We have dealt unjustly and uncharitably with our neighbors, not sought first your Kingdom and righteousness, and have not been content with our daily bread. Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father! We confess You alone are our hope. Make us Your children and give us the Spirit of Your Son, our only Savior. Amen. Richard Baxter, 1661 The Invocation The Gospel Word of Salvation *The Greeting of Grace and Peace *The Hymn of Ascents God of Our Fathers Hymn 573 *The Confession of Truth Psalm 22:3, 4; 27, 28 The PeTiTioninG of God s Providence I call upon You, for You will answer me, O God; incline Your ear to me; hear my words. Psalm 17:6 The Pastoral Prayer of Intercession The adoration of God s Glory Let the heavens praise Your wonders, O Lord, Your faithfulness in the assembly of the holy ones! Psalm 89:5 The Worship of God in Song Our Father (Ligertwood/Myrin, arr. Galbraith) Chancel Choir and Praise Team

3 The Presentation and Consecration of God s Tithe and Our Offerings Bring the full tithes into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need. Malachi 3:10 *The Singing of Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs Christ Is Risen Show Us Christ The ProclamaTion of God s Word but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on His law he meditates day and night. Psalm 1:2 *The Prayer of Illumination * The New Testament Reading Acts 4:23 31 The Exposition of God s Word Leading in Prayer Acts 4:23 31 Dr. Mark Cushman The consecration of God s PeoPle And now I commend you to God and to the Word of His grace... Acts 20:32a *The Pastoral Benediction *The Congregational Affirmation The Doxology with Alleluias The Postlude * The congregation is requested to stand, if able. K4 3rd grade dismiss to the Children s Auditorium for Children s Worship. Following the 8:00 service, Children s Worship participants will be escorted to their Sunday School rooms. Following the 10:55 service, please pick up K4 3rd grade children in the Children s Auditorium. A Prayer Team is available following both morning services just to the right of the pulpit platform. Large-print copies of the Order of Worship and audio receivers for the hearing impaired are available at the Information Center. The 8:00 a.m. service is also signed each week in the Worship Center. Both Sunday morning services are broadcast live on WLJR 88.5 FM, and the 10:55 a.m. service video is also available online at briarwood.org/livetv. Texts used with permission granted through CCLI License agreement Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible, English Standard Version. Fellowship of Believers ThE EvEning SErvicE of DivinE WorShip - 6:00 p.m. When Doubts Arise Jeremiah 29, 32 Rev. Phil Reddick The Lord s Supper will be observed.

4 Prayers and Praises For I will proclaim the name of the Lord; ascribe greatness to our God! (Deuteronomy 32:3) Pray for the spiritual growth of our children and youth through our summer ministries, as the majority of conversions occur during a child s or youth s early years. Pray also for the many staff and volunteers who will be leading these ministries. Missions Prayer Focus Pray for the International Adult VBS at Briarwood June 4 8. Pray for strong attendance, clear understanding of the Bible teaching, our presentation of the Gospel, and for good relationship building between our internationals and Briarwood members. Pray for their children who will join the regular VBS that week. Continue steadfastly in prayer... Colossians 4:2a Opportunities for Ministry and Growth Are you signed up for the best week of fun this summer? VBS registration will end this Thurs., May 31. Go to briarwood.org/vbs to avoid the first day of VBS lines. Start saving your change for the VBS mission project Sweet Sleep s Build a Bed program. Our goal is to provide 100 beds for orphans in southern Uganda with comfy mattresses, fresh linens, soft blankets, mosquito nets, and Bibles in their language. Consider theological training this summer. BTS registration is still open for summer semester beginning May 29. Earn a degree or audit a class for your personal enrichment. Too busy to commit to class every week? Distance education courses are available. For information, call or visit bts.education. Our Church Family Duty Elders for Anointing Services: Class of 2020 Serving in the Nursery today: Firm Foundations, Faithful Followers Hospitalized: Betty Wilson, Leon Pete Chadwick, Sr. Our love and sympathy to Susan Weingarten and family on the death of her father, John Gamble, on May 18; and to Carla, David and Caroline Duffee and family on the death of their mother and grandmother, Betty Bradford, on May 19. Active Duty Military Update our list of members and family on active duty. Contact Lynn at or lmcwaters@briarwood.org by Sun., June 10 with name, rank, and branch of service in which you or your family member currently serves; and their relationship to you. We want YOU...to help with VBS. 1) Nursery shepherds needed 2 for 2-year-olds, 3 for 3-year-olds, and 2 for 4-year-olds, as well as help with snacks and decorations. Sign up at briarwood.org/nursery. 2) Volunteers still needed, rmacoy@briarwood.org to sign up. 3) Teen Helpers register at briarwood.org/vbsteen; for rising 7th 12th grade. Rising 7th and 8th grade MUST have a parent volunteering at VBS to help. Only 20 spots left! The Sacrament of the Lord s Supper will be celebrated in the evening service. Members of the congregation are invited to prepare their hearts to receive Communion. An alms offering for the Mercy Ministry will be received. Elements are gluten-free.

5 We re delighted you are worshipping with us today. The entire Briarwood family is eager to greet you, answer any questions you may have and minister to you in any way. After the service, please stop by the foyer so that we may offer you a small gift to acknowledge your presence with us. I pray that this morning s worship will be all about Him and not about us, and that it will draw you close to the Lord of the universe. For Christ, His Cross and His Crown, Harry L. Reeder III, Pastor/Teacher Calendar of the Week For a full listing of calendar events, visit our website at briarwood.org/calendar. * Nursery provided - please make weekday reservations at briarwood.org/nursery. Special needs care available - call June Cork, SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY * 8:00 a.m. Morning Worship Service - Worship Center * 8:00 a.m. Intercessory Prayer - Prayer Room * 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages * 10:55 a.m. Morning Worship Service - Worship Center * 10:55 a.m. Intercessory Prayer - Prayer Room 1:30 p.m. Japanese Worship Service - G101 3:00 p.m. BCS Graduation - Worship Center 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship - Worship Center Church and School closed No activities 10:00 a.m. Dr. Barker s Bible Study - A105 6:30 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal - Choir Room * 9:30 a.m. Prayer for Our Nation - Women: Prayer Rm/Men: W203 6:00 p.m. Memorial Day Dinner - FH 7:00 p.m. Barker Bible Study - Cahaba Ridge (3090 Healthy Way) No activities 7:00 a.m. Men s Prayer Breakfasts - Giddens, Thomases Deacon and Elder nominations for the Class of 2021 are being accepted from the congregation during this month. Nominating forms are available at the various information stations throughout the church or by ing Leigh Ann Reese at lreese@briarwood.org. The deadline for nominations is May 31, info@briarwood.org website: briarwood.org 2200 Briarwood Way Birmingham, Alabama

6 Announcements Tonight for Children Rising K5 1st grade meets in M111 for ABC Memory with Cindy Reeder and Abby Leib. Rising 2nd 6th grade meets in the Gym for a lesson and games with the Children Ministry staff. Memorial Day The church and school offices will be closed on Mon., May 28. Church Revitalization Ministry Prayer All are invited to gather for prayer Sun., June 3 at 5:00 p.m. in W202. Memorial Day Dinner May 31 at 6:00 p.m. in the FH with Dr. Jack Hawkins. Make reservations at supportoursoldiersalabama.org or Cost $25 or $300/reserved table (8). Proceeds go to care packages for deployed soldiers and assisting local veterans. Summer Counseling Conference Trending Issues in Biblical Counseling, coming to Briarwood June 29 and 30. There will be 5 featured speakers, including Drs. Howard Eyrich and Stephen Cloud. Go to briarwood.org/counseling for details and registration. Please register by this Fri., June 1. Summer Fun for Kids Start planning now for a summer of spiritual growth and fun! See Briarwood s activities for children and youth at briarwood.org/summerkids. Camp Briarwood Give your child or grandchild the gift of a lifetime of memories that only summer camp can give! Registration for June July camps now at briarwood.org/camp. Men s Summer Studies Men, come together Mondays at 11:45 a.m. for lunch or 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays as we study the many aspects of Evangelism. For locations and details, go to briarwood.org/men. Summer Fellowship Groups WOC would like to encourage our women to get to know fellow members who live in their part of town by organizing groups based on location. For information and to register for a Summer Fellowship Group, visit briarwood.org/women. TRAILBLAZER Luncheon June 10 in the FH after 10:55 service. Hear Andy Cheely share about the progress of the church in China from the days of Hudson Taylor until today. Andy and his family lived in China for 20 years. $8 tickets now in the Bookstore and at briarwood.org/trailblazers. K.I.D.S. Summer Music Camp Your financial support will help Daniel Cason s ministry tell 500 inner-city kids about the love of Jesus at this June 17 July 1 camp. Call or see danielcason.org. Special weekend Pastor s Inquirer s Class June Class will meet Fri. evening, Sat. morning and Sun. morning. Sign up by Wed., June 20 by calling , ing wlong@briarwood.org or going online to briarwood.org/pic. TRAILBLAZER Travel Oct to Washington D.C. For information, dmatthews@briarwood.org or go to briarwood.org/trailblazers. Dr. Frank Barker now on itunes Hear online our Founding Pastor s expositional teachings on books of the Bible. Go to briarwood.org/barkerteaching or search Dr. Frank Barker on itunes and subscribe to receive teachings as they are added. NEW Job Openings (more listed at briarwood.org/employment) Extension Campus Director for Christian Medical Ministry. Full-time position working under Exec. Dir. to direct expansion to other campuses in Alabama, as well as participate in the ministry at UAB. Prior ministry experience required and ability to develop, disciple and lead teams. at bjparks@briarwood.org or call Church Librarian. Part-time, flexible hours. Develop, manage, and maintain our resources and supervise the library staff. Library credentials preferred. Contact churchlibrary@briarwood.org to apply and for details. See full details on all positions at briarwood.org/employment.

7 Briarwood Presbyterian Church PCA The Lord s Day Morning, May 27, 2018 Dr. Mark Cushman Leading in Prayer Acts 4:23 31 (page 912 in the ESV pew Bible) To the casual observer, the early church had little going for it. Their liabilities were many and their assets were few. Yet, as they confronted a hostile society, we discover I. Two Realities II. Two Responses III. Two Results