*PROCESSIONAL HYMN 1 Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty!

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1 FEBRUARY 10, 2019 SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY SCOUT SUNDAY 8:30 and 11:00 AM GATHERING OPENING SENTENCES VOLUNTARY Master Tallis s Testament Herbert Howells INTROIT (11:00) arr. Vicki Hancock Wright Jesus Loves the Little Children/ He s Got the Whole World in His Hands Jesus loves the little children, all the children of the world. Every child in ev ry land comes from the Creator s hand: Jesus loves the little children of the world. He s got the whole world in His hands. He s got the little tiny baby in His hands. He s got the whole world in His hands. He s got everybody here in His hands. He s got the whole world in His hands. *CALL TO WORSHIP Adam DeVries Leader: I give you thanks, O Lord, with my whole heart; People: All the kings of the earth shall praise you, O Lord. Leader: They shall sing of the ways of the Lord, People: For great is the glory of the Lord. Leader: The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me; People: Your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. *PROCESSIONAL HYMN 1 Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! NICAEA WELCOME AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCIPLESHIP MINUTE FOR MISSION CALL TO CONFESSION Ryan Moore Adam DeVries PRAYER OF CONFESSION O God, though we walk in the midst of trouble, You preserve and deliver us. We confess that we fail to be honest about our lives with You and with one another. Sometimes we are deceitful; other times we judge others and ourselves harshly. We are unworthy of Your call on our lives. Forgive us, and assure us with Your grace. Dispel our fear and shame, that we may arise with renewed spirits and serve You, our true Sovereign. (A moment for silent confession.)

2 LORD, HAVE MERCY Kyrie Eleison ASSURANCE OF PARDON *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Gloria Patri Hymn 581 THE WORD Children are invited to come to the front for the children s time. CHILDREN S TIME Adam DeVries Children who are age four, five or six (not in first grade) are invited to Young Children and Worship in room CW-110. PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Living God, help us so to hear Your holy Word that we may truly understand; that, understanding, we may believe, and, believing, we may follow in all faithfulness and obedience, seeking Your honor and glory in all that we do; through Christ our Lord. Amen. OLD TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE READING Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. (8:30) Eliza Milne (11:00) Jack Teasley Isaiah 6:1 8, page 635 NEW TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE READING 1 Corinthians 15:1 11, page 176 Pastor: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. SERMON Making the Most of God s Grace RESPONSE OF THE PEOPLE *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Sandra Randleman The Apostles Creed (Traditional) Hymnal, page 35 PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD S PRAYER (8:30) (debts) Hymnal, page 35 INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS (11:00) Sandra Randleman WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS (11:00) Leader: Let us welcome our new members, as they join with us in the worship and mission of the church. People: With joy and thanksgiving we welcome you to share with us in the ministry of Christ, for we are all one in Him.

3 HYMN 306 (11:00) Blest Be the Tie That Binds DENNIS Blest be the tie that binds our hearts in Christian love; the fellowship of kindred minds is like to that above. THE LORD S PRAYER (11:00) (debts) Hymnal, page 35 OFFERTORY (8:30) The Secret of Christ Richard Shephard For a long time I have held my peace, but now will I speak. I will lead the blind in a way they know not; in paths that they have not known I will guide them. I will turn their darkness into light, and I will not forsake them. (Isaiah 42:14 16) And he showed me a pure river of the water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God; and on either side of the river was there a tree of life, and the leaves of the trees were for the healing of the nations. (Revelation 22:1 3) Help us, Lord, to persevere in prayer with minds awake and thankful hearts, that we may share the secret of Christ with those we meet on our earthly pilgrimage, following in the steps of Jesus, our Master and our Friend. Amen. ( The Pilgrim Prayer, based on Colossians 4:2 4) (11:00) Arr. Alfred V. Fedak You, Lord, Are Both Lamb and Shepherd (Christus Paradox) You, Lord, are both Lamb and Shepherd. You, Lord, are both prince and slave. You, peacemaker and swordbringer of the way You took and gave. You, the everlasting instant; You, whom we both scorn and crave. Clothed in light upon the mountain, stripped of might upon the cross, shining in eternal glory, beggared by a soldier s toss, You, the everlasting instant; You, who are both gift and cost. You, who walk each day beside us, sit in power at God s side. You, who preach a way that s narrow, have a love that reaches wide. You, the everlasting instant; You, who are our pilgrim guide. Worthy is our earthly Jesus! Worthy is our cosmic Christ! Worthy Your defeat and victory. Worthy still Your peace and strife. You, the everlasting instant; You, who are our death and our life. Alleluia, You, who are our death and our life. *PRESENTATION AND RESPONSE Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH *PRAYER OF DEDICATION SENDING FORTH *HYMN OF COMMITMENT 649 Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound *CHARGE AND BENEDICTION AMAZING GRACE *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE 547 AR HYD Y NOS Go, My Children, with My Blessing Go, My children, with My blessing, never alone. Waking, sleeping, I am with you, you are My own, In My love s baptismal river I have made you Mine forever. Go, My children, with My blessing, you are My own.

4 The congregation will be seated for a moment of silent prayer after the congregational response. *CLOSING VOLUNTARY Fugue in G Major, BWV 541 J.S. Bach * Those who are able, please stand. Latecomers may be seated. Please silence your cell phone as you enter the sanctuary. PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE Adam DeVries, Associate Pastor for Youth and Their Families Sandra Randleman, Associate Pastor for Congregational Care and Missions, Associate Pastor for Young Adult Ministry Katherine Groomes, Cross Bearer Nealy DeVries, Bible Bearer Raphael Bundage, Director of Music Nicholas Bergin, Organist Rhonda Swanson, Assistant Organist Welcome! First Presbyterian Church extends a warm welcome in the name of Christ to all who worship with us today. We are delighted you have chosen to join us. Whether you are a longtime member or a guest, please note your attendance today in the fellowship pad found in your pew. Guests Please take a moment to fill out a Connect Card so that we may more personally welcome you into community. We also invite you to visit the Welcome Center in the church narthex for additional information or if you are interested in becoming a member. There, you may visit with one of our elders, staff or pastors. You may also contact the church office at , and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have. TODAY AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH n FLOWERS on the chancel table are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Susan and William Eason by their family. n FELLOWSHIP, COFFEE & DONUTS Please join us between services downstairs in Courtenay Hall for coffee and donuts. n ASSISTANCE FOR THOSE WITH DISABILITIES Hearing devices, largeprint hymnals, large-print bulletins and large-print Bibles are located in the narthex across from the Welcome Center. If anyone has a need or disability requiring assistance or accommodation for any church activity, please contact the church office at n LIVE STREAM IN COURTENAY HALL Each of the Sunday morning worship services is streamed live in Courtenay Hall. n HAVE A PRAYER REQUEST? Prayer request cards can be found in the pews and deposited in the offering plate or the prayer request boxes, located in the narthex on the southeast wall and at the Hospitality Center. Church officers meet weekly to lift up prayer requests to God. n SERMONS can be found on our website at fpcnashville.org. Greet those who worship around you. Be a Worship Friend!

5 GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS n NEW MEMBERS The First Presbyterian Church family welcomes new members to the church. These new members will be recognized and welcomed today during the 11:00 worship service: Bobby Carpenter Mike Dotson Linda Marrow Wanda Carpenter Jean Maddox Beth Singer Julie Dotson n PASTOR REFERRAL CARDS If you would like to recommend someone that you think the Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC) should consider for the Senior Pastor position, please fill out a PNC referral card located outside the sanctuary in the narthex. n THE FIVE THIRTY SERVICE Kody Whitaker will be preaching his sermon A Public Disturbance. Nursery care will be provided. n USHER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Do you have an interest in helping with ushering duties on an as-needed basis? This opportunity is open to all church members. For more information, contact Chris Kirkland at ckirkland@the-kirkland-group.com. n RECENTER...RECONNECT...REJUVENATE Need to unplug from the stress of our lives and reconnect to God? Join Sandra Randleman and a small group in the Matt Hill Prayer Room each Wednesday at 4:00 P.M. for a short reflective Bible study and contemplative prayer. n FIND A GREATER SENSE OF PURPOSE AT WORK Join Stuart Gordon in a discussion about expressing your faith at work from 12:00 to 1:00 P.M. on Wednesdays at the Freeman-Webb Building or on Fridays in the Pinnacle Building. For more info, contact sgordon@fpcnashville.org. n LENTEN GROUPS BEGIN IN MARCH Finding community means meeting other people who want to grow in faith together. Our Lenten Communities of Belonging groups begin in March, with a study of Temptation in the Desert. Be on the lookout for more details in the February First Edition and Parish News. n LENTEN DEVOTIONAL GUIDE THE SAVING PASSION Henri J.M. Nouwen, one of the most beloved spiritual thinkers of the 20th century, wrote about the saving passion of God s Son in a way that has captivated and inspired readers the world over. Excerpts from Nouwen s engaging insights are paired with original reflections and prayers in this booklet for each day of Lent, as we journey together through this season of sacrifice and marvel at the salvation our Savior won for us. Copies of this guide will be available in our literature areas beginning Sunday, March 3. CHILDREN S MINISTRY AND NURSERY n EARLY PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION for the school year has begun. Go to fpcnashville.org for more information, or contact Brenda Lutz at blutz@fpcnashville.org with any questions. n SUMMER S.T.E.A.M. Our preschool summer program has a new name! This program is for current and newly enrolled children ages twoand-a-half to five years old (not yet entered kindergarten). Registration begins March 1. n CHILDREN S CHOIR REGISTRATION We are starting our winter-spring semester and invite your child (ages four sixth grade) to join the fun. Weekly rehearsals are Sundays (4:00 5:00 P.M.). There will be numerous times to sing in worship, along with special performances in the Palm Sunday and Mother s Day services. Register on the Children s web page under Registrations.

6 n VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL June Registration for VBS is now open online! Our program is for children ages four (by March 31) third grade. n MOTHER AND INFANT QUIET ROOM If you need a quiet place for nursing or calming your baby, please use the Quiet Room by Courtenay Hall. n OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN DURING OUR WORSHIP SERVICES Children s Bulletin, Sermon Sheet & Worship Bag: All children are encouraged to use these to stay engaged during the service. These are located both in the narthex and at the pulpit entrance. Young Children & Worship: Children who are age four, five or six (not in first grade) are invited. After the children come up during worship services for children s time or a baptism, they will exit the sanctuary and go to room CW-110. Parents are welcome to join their child or stay for the remainder of the service. Nursery Care for children six weeks to three years is available during 8:30 & 11:00 services and Sunday School from 9:45 to 10:45. Ask an elder/deacon to help you locate the Children s Hospitality Center. For more Children s Ministry info, contact Deb O Brien at or dobrien@fpcnashville.org. MISSION MINISTRY n THANK YOU to our generous members for your support and donations for Souper Bowl of Caring and The Second Harvest Food Drive! You have made a difference in feeding adults and children in need in our community. n ROOM IN THE INN still needs overnight hosts and helpers for February 13 and 27 and all of March. Sign-up sheets are in Courtenay Hall or on our website. n DONATIONS NEEDED FOR THE HOMELESS We will be collecting donations for the FPC Room in the Inn guests and the Downtown Presbyterian Church clothing closet. Items needed most are new boxer shorts, other clean, gently used clothing, coats, gloves, belts, hand warmers, light backpacks, etc. The donation box is in the Welcome Center hall. n EAST AFRICA MISSION TRIP Trip dates are June 28 July 10, Join Stu Ross in construction work on churches/schools and visits to mission projects supported by FPC in Kenya. Trip leader will be Michael Baron. The trip cost is estimated to be $5,000; a $1,500 deposit and copy of your passport are due by March 1. n MISSION TRIP FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE is available for members to participate in any church-sponsored mission trip. Contact Sandra Randleman at or srandleman@fpcnashville.org to submit a request. For Mission Ministry information, contact Annette Crout at or missions@fpcnashville.org. YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY n NEW PODCAST and Lipscomb Davis host a monthly podcast where they explore the college experiences (long ago and recent) of our pastors, staff and members. It s great for anyone in any stage of life to learn more about the formative college years of those we see each week. Listen on itunes or SoundCloud. The podcast is called College Days.

7 n NEW SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS OPPORTUNITY Join, starting today, for a review and discussion of two books: Love Wins and Erasing Hell. Class will meet in OHS room L-201. n ME MORNINGS Join us from 9:30 to 11:00 A.M. on Thursdays in The Gathering Place. n TAIZE TRIP July The F.I.S.H. Foundation has graciously given us a grant for a trip to Taize, France to visit the Monastic community. jrodriguez@fpcnashville.org for more information. n CUBA TRIP Get ready! Another Cuba trip is in the works. jrodriguez@fpcnashville.org if you are interested. For Young Adult Ministry info, contact at or jrodriguez@fpcnashville.org. YOUTH MINISTRY n SPRING BREAK MISSION TRIPS Go to the Youth page on our website for more information and to register! East Africa March 8 16 Jamaica March n SUMMER MISSION TRIPS Summer High School Mission Trip to West Virginia June 2 7. Rising seniors leave with Adam on May 31. Graduated Senior Mystery Mission Trip June JH Trip to Barefoot Camp with Adam July For Youth Ministry info, contact or youth@fpcnashville.org. OLDER ADULT MINISTRY n FIRST FRIENDS VISIT TO STATE MUSEUM On February 12, we will visit the new Tennessee State Museum. We will depart the church at 10:00 A.M. and return at 2:00 P.M. Admission to the museum is free, and we will eat lunch at the Farmers Market. RSVP now. n GUEST SPEAKER AND LUNCH On February 21 at 12:00 P.M. in Courtenay Hall, John Guider will share his experience of tracing John Donelson s historic river journey in 1779 that led to the founding of Nashville. The documentary was featured on local public television. Lunch is served for $6. RSVP by February 18. n SENIOR PICKLEBALL We will have courts and equipment available on Fridays at 3:00 P.M. in the Enrichment Center. For First Friends info, contact The Mission of First Presbyterian Church To know Christ, to make Him known, and to exhibit His love through worship, education, and service.

8 RECREATION MINISTRY n SPRING SOCCER Soccer practices begin the week of March 17, and games run to May 18. Register online. n OAK HILL DAY CAMP registration is now online! We are offering a variety of camps for kids ages four years to eighth grade from May 28 to August 10. n OUR EQUINE PROGRAM is now accepting applications for participants! Adults 18 and up with disabilities as well as veterans and service members are eligible for this unique therapeutic horseback riding program. To apply for the program or for more information, contact Curt Stacy at cstacy@fpcnashville.org or call For Recreation Ministry info, contact Bryan Miller at bmiller@fpcnashville.org Franklin Pike, Nashville, TN (615)