THE LORD S DAY. OCTOBER 19, :30 & 11:00 a.m. Welcome, Congregational Ministries, and Information

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1 THE LORD S DAY OCTOBER 19, :30 & 11:00 a.m. Welcome, Congregational Ministries, and Information Please use this time to set your hearts on Christ and pray for the Word, our worship, and that holiness and reverence will be known among us. PRELUDE Adagio Stanley CALL TO WORSHIP **HYMN OF PRAISE Forever Settled in the Heavens #59 *INVOCATION *CONFESSION OF FAITH Nicene Creed I Believe in one God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, And of all things visible and invisible: And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God; Begotten of His Father before all worlds, God of God, Light of Light, very God of very God; Begotten, not made; Being of one substance with the Father; By whom all things were made: Who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven, and was incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, And was made man: and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate; He suffered and was buried: And the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures: And ascended into heaven. and sitteth on the right hand of the Father: And He shall come again, with glory, to judge both the quick and the dead; Whose kingdom shall have no end. And I believe in the Holy Ghost, The Lord, and Giver of Life, Who proceedeth from the Father and the Son; Who with the Father and the Son together is worshipped and glorified; Who spoke by the Prophets: And I believe one catholic and apostolic church: I acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins: And I look for the resurrection of the dead: And the life of the world to come. Amen. **HYMN OF PRAISE Our God, Our Help in Ages Past #30 PRAYER Elder Scott Keesee WELCOME (Please sign the registration pad with complete address) THE GIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS OFFERTORY *DOXOLOGY *THE OFFERTORY PRAYER PSALTER READING Psalm 53 p. 805 ANTHEM (11:00) If ye love me Tallis If ye love me, keep my commandments, And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another comforter, That he may bide with you for ever, even the spirit of truth.

2 *HYMN OF PREPARATION That Man Is Blest Who, Fearing God #558 Dismissal of children ages 4 and 5 to Children s Church SCRIPTURE Exodus 20:14; Matthew 5:21-22 SERMON Freedom to Protect Life Rev. David Hall *HYMN OF AFFIRMATION Take My Life, and Let It Be #585 *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE The Heavens Declare Marcello GREETING Please extend a cordial welcome to visitors and regular attenders. *Congregation please stand **Deacons will seat late arrivals The flowers are given by Mike and Paula Wilson in thankfulness to God for the beauty of the earth and in loving memory of Paul M. Campbell (Paula's father). Sermon Notes: In the several commandments of the decalogue, the highest manifestation of any evil is selected for prohibition, with the intention of including all lesser forms of the same evil. In forbidding murder, all degrees and manifestations of malicious feeling are forbidden. The Bible assigns special value to the life of man, first, because he was created in the image of God. He is not only like God in the essential elements of his nature, but he is also God s representative on earth. An indignity or injury inflicted on him, is an act of irreverence toward God. And secondly, all men are brethren. They are of one blood; children of a common father. On these grounds we are bound to love and respect all men as men; and to do all we can not only to protect their lives bit also to promote their well-being. Murder, therefore, is the highest crime which a man can commit against a fellowman. -- Charles Hodge

3 ANNOUNCEMENTS We join Clare and Nathan Richardson in praising God for the birth of their son Nathan Edenfield Richardson, Jr. who was born October 10, Field is the grandson of Wes and Susan Richardson. JOINT ELDERS AND DEACONS MEETING This Monday at 7:30 p.m. RUTH CIRCLE meets this Tuesday in the Parlor at 10:00 a.m. MOC Breakfast There will not be an MOC breakfast next week. The next breakfast will be held on November 9 th during the Missions Conference weekend. PRAYER & FASTING - Anyone who would like to share their experience during the fasting & prayer week please submit something to Michael Brock or Scott Keesee to be posted in the Messenger. You can also include a brief testimony as to how God worked in your life. You do not have to include your name. SENIOR SAINTS LUNCHEON: All Senior Saints are invited to our annual luncheon on Monday, October 27 at 12:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. This is a great time of fellowship and food as Midway honors our Senior Saints. Entertainment will be provided by Nancy Pritchett and Judy Dodd. Don't miss this wonderful event! Please RSVP to Sandra Westerfield at NEW LADIES BIBLE STUDY will meet every 1 st & 3 rd Tuesday of the month in the Youth Room from 10:00 11:30 a.m. The study will be on the The Parables of Jesus by Mary MacArthur. Anyone interested can pick up material in the Narthex or call Joyce Talley at for more information. Wanted: Missions Conference Coordinator for We need a detail person with a love for missions and computer capabilities as most of the contacting is done by . Training is best done by coming along side the final preparations for this year. Call Becky Blades for more information CHILDREN S MINISTRY: Upward registration for 1-4th grade boys and K-5th girls--anyone interested fill out the yellow form at the children s ministry table. Upward Cheerleading coaches needed--please contact Marc Harrington Reformation Day - Anyone interested in donating candy, please drop off your donation at the Church office or in the box under the Children s Ministry table. Volunteers are needed in all areas. Reformation Day Schedule: 5:15-dinner in fellowship hall; 5:45-costume judging in the fellowship hall; 6:00-7:00- drama on the life of William Tyndale in the sanctuary; 7:00-9:00- gym activities Please note: a nursery for children 4 years old & under will be provided during the drama from 6:00-7:00 pm. RSVP required to Jennifer Nichols. October 22, 2008 Mexican, Dessert, Lemonade, Tea and Coffee YOU MUST MAKE RESERVATIONS *Deadline to make reservations is 12:00 on Tuesday Adults: $4, Children: $2,(10 & under) $16 family maximum. **If you are unable to keep your dinner reservation please call and cancel no later than 12:00 on Wednesday. NURSERY NEWS

4 THOSE VOLUNTEERING SUNDAY October 19 th 8:20 Lauren Crumbley, Anne & Emily Hart Herbert, Connor & Kate Worley 9:35 Lisa Brock, Jeannie Fair, Becky Jackson, Jennifer Pursley, Mary Katherine & Paul Keel, Ryan & Beth Leslie 10:50 Priscilla, Ragan, & Tabby Brock, Anna & Libby Hankal, Larry & Mary Judy, John & Brandi Marchant, Drew & Zach Bohannon 5:50 Barbara Kline, Claire & Courtney Pursley THOSE VOLUNTEERING SUNDAY October 26 th 8:20 Alicia Bartlett, Julie Dykstra, Leslie Nichols 9:35 Nikki Allen, Joel & Sandy Kroese, Billy & Rebekah Resh, Paul Nichols 10:50 Samantha Clapp, Laura Hahn, Becca Leslie, Denise Monroe, Kim, Michael & Katherine Matthews, Kevin & Betsy Kahle Katherine Godwin 5:50 Dave & Sandra Westerfield SPECIAL CARE MINISTRY Sunday, October 19 th 8:30 Carolyn Sqrow, Scott Hankal 9:45 Candice Worley, Scott Hankal 11:00 Patricia Hall, Kim Matthews SPECIAL CARE MINISTRY Sunday, October 26 th 8:30 Teresa Fix, Warren Jackson 9:45 Jack Herbert, Warren Jackson 11:00 Teresa Bursi, Jeff Jeffries Congregational Prayer Needs: Jerry Hobbs, Lela Russell, M.C. Joiner (Ken Joiner s dad), John Ross, Willis Nelson, Charles Matthews Our expectant families: Clare & Nathan Richardson, Eric & Amy Bonner, Matt & Linda (Vawter) Harris, Brian and Kim Washington, Dan & Amber (Magee) Michael Our Military Personnel: Adam Cook, Doug Hayes, Will Talley, Nate Forrester, Christian Nelms, Daniel Klein, Wiley Pritchett, Josh, Zach, and Jake Stoppenhagen Midway Covenant Christian School Missionaries of the Week: David and Sue Cunningham MTW, Australia Church of the Week: First Presbyterian Church Villa Rica A full list of prayer requests is available in the Narthex. ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL Fall Quarter Class Location Teacher Subject of Study Berean Fellowship F1 F3 Paul VanNortwick Allen Scott The Gospel of John The Psalms of Asaph Don Barnett Brian Lawrence Lindsey Tippins James Scott Grace Sanctuary Charlie Bursi Prayer Lewis Godwin Wendell Way Harvester F2 Huck Whitener "The Promise Keeper- Jim Wolff Phil Dudt The God of the Covenants" Ken Dewhurst L.I.G.H.T. Parlor Ralph Scott (Men s) F5 Dr. Leon Combs Joe York 2 Corinthians Hebrews Racerunners Women Choir Room F4 Kris Ross The Beginnings of Christianity Sharon Rhodes Young Adult B107A Brett Edwards 1 st & 2 nd Corinthians MIDWAY OFFICERS Active Ruling Elders Class of 2008: Charlie Bursi, Mike Kline, Rodney Pritchett, Jeff Talley Class of 2010: Don Barnett, Warren Jackson, Wes Richardson, Lindsey Tippins, Class of 2012: Scott Keesee, James Scott, Wendell Way, Jim Wolff Active Deacons Class of 2008: Clay David, Steve Furlong, Reggie Harris, Claude Hemphill, Roger Rhodes Class of 2010: Christopher Braaksma, Kip Howard, Paul Keel, Eric Klein, Ryan Leslie Class of 2012: Greg Bartlett, Scott Hankal, Greg Kistner, Mac Worley

5 EVENING WORSHIP October 19, :00 PM PRELUDE CALL TO WORSHIP *HYMN OF PRAISE Come Christians, Join to Sing #302 *INVOCATION CONFESSING OUR FAITH The Shorter Catechism (Questions 27-30) p. 871 OLD TESTAMENT READING Isaiah 1:10-20 *HYMN OF PRAISE None Other Lamb, None Other Name #157 (Children may be dismissed during the final stanza.) SCRIPTURE READING Colossians 2:16-23 SERMON Freedom Killers Rev. Marc Harrington *HYMN OF RESPONSE When I Survey the Wondrous Cross #252 PASTORAL PRAYER *HYMN OF CONSECREATION Be Thou My Vision #642 BENEDICTION POSTLUDE

6 THE LORD S DAY OCTOBER 19, 2008 MIDWAY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH WHERE CHRIST IS KING AND HIS WORD RULES 4635 Dallas Highway Powder Springs, Georgia REV. DAVID HALL, SENIOR PASTOR REV. MICHAEL BROCK, ASSISTANT PASTOR REV. MARC HARRINGTON, ASSISTANT PASTOR REV. JOEL SMIT, ASSISTANT PASTOR Founded in 1850, Midway Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Reformed, evangelical denomination organized in Our church seeks to be Scriptural in both its government and its doctrine. We believe the Bible is the inerrant Word of God, our infallible and divine authority in all matters of life and faith.