The Lord s Supper will be served today.

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2 Welcome to our visitors. We are glad you are here to worship with us today. Visitor forms are on the inside back page of the bulletin. Please complete, tear off and place in the offering plate, so that we may contact you. Also, use this form for prayer requests or for any activity signups. The Lord s Supper will be served today. Should you have any questions regarding the Lord s Supper, please see Understanding Communion in the bulletin. May God s blessings in Christ be with you. Let us never be afraid of beginning to serve Christ. But let us begin seriously, thoughtfully, and with a due consideration of the step we take. And having once begun, let us pray for grace that we may persevere, and never fall away. - J.C. Ryle Hold Thou Thy cross, before my closing eyes; Shine through the gloom, and point me to the skies. Heaven's morning breaks, and earth's vain shadows flee; In life, in death, Lord, abide with me. - Henry Lyte Please turn off or silence all communication devices. Courtesy walker and wheelchair are available at the main entrance. Hearing Assistive Devices (FM Receivers) are available at the back sound booth. Congregation standing

3 Worship March 18, 2018 Preparation for Worship The Greeting Leader: People: The Lord be with you. And also with you. The Call to Worship God calls His people to worship REVELATION 5:9-12 And they sang a new song, saying, Worthy are you to take the scroll and to open its seals, for you were slain, and by your blood you ransomed people for God from every tribe and language and people and nation, and you have made them a kingdom and priests to our God, and they shall reign on the earth. Then I looked, and I heard around the throne and the living creatures and the elders the voice of many angels, numbering myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands, saying with a loud voice, Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing! 2

4 Hymn of Praise We behold the glory of God & # # # 8 6. & # # #. with and to & # # # thou spire Him 1.Come, 2.Let 3.Let let all all us that cre oin dwell - a - our cheer - a - bove tion oin an - gels round the those on earth, through glo - all praise and bless the sa - - sand to that thou lift sits Worthy the Lamb - sand thy up - are glo on rious their cred ful the in. songs sky, one. throne; days, name Words by Isaac Watts, alt. Music by Jacob Tilton Œ. their ries the Œ.. Œ. Œ tongues, high, throne, Œ. ten con- of & # # # Œ. Œ but and and all speak to their thine a - oys, end dore, - less, all speak to their thine a - oys end dore - are less the & # # #. one. praise. Lamb. Œ. 3

5 & # # # 'Wor-thy the Lamb that died,' they cry, 'to be ex-alt - ed. Œ. thus'; & # # # 'Wor-thy the Lamb,' our lips re-ply,. J 'for he was slain for. Œ us. & # # #. Œ. 'for he was slain for us!' 2017 Jacob Tilton Music 4

6 Invocation We seek the Lord s presence among us Doxology We respond in praise LASST UNS ERFREUEN Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise him, all creatures here below. Alleluia, alleluia! Praise him above, ye heav nly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Alleluia, alleluia! Alleluia, alleluia! Alleluia! Confession of Sin We acknowledge our sin O Lord, receive us in repentance; O Lord, leave us not; save us from temptation and grant us pure thoughts; O Lord, grant us tears of repentance, remembrance of death, and the sense of peace. Grant us mindfulness to confess our sins; O Lord, grant us humility, charity, and obedience; grant us tolerance, charity, and gentleness; implant in us the root of all blessings: the fear of You in our hearts. O Lord, vouchsafe that we may love You with all our heart and soul, and that we may obey in all things Your will. Shield us from evil persons and devils and passions and all other lawless matters; O Lord, Who knows Your creation and that which You have willed for it; may Your will also be fulfilled in us sinners, for You are blessed forevermore. Amen. - John Chrysostom (c AD) 5

7 Silent Confession Words of Comfort We receive the grace of Christ PSALM 51:17 The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise. 6

8 Hymn of Response We rest in Christ alone Man of Sorrows & c. 1.Man of Sor - rows, Lamb of God, by His own be - 2.Si - lent as He stood ac - cused, beat - en mocked and 3.Sent of heav - en, God's own Son to pur - chase and re -. Matt Crocker Brook Ligertwood. &. Œ. - trayed. The sin of man and wrath of scorned. Bow - ing to the Fa - ther's - deem. And re - con - cile the ve - ry God will, ones has He who 1. &. Ó... been took nailed on a Him Je crown to - sus of that laid. thorns. tree. 2, 3, 4. Ó Œ Oh that & rug - ged cross, my sal - va - tion, where Your love poured out o - ver &. Œ me. Now my soul cries out, hal - le - lu - ah, praise and &. ho - nor un - to. Thee. Ó 2012 Hillsong Music Publishing 7

9 Offertory Prayer Morning Offering We offer our gifts Children are now dismissed for KIWI (Kids in Worship Instruction) KIWI Children (4 year old-kindergarten) Room 211 KIWI Jr. (first and second grade) Room 209. Teachers will meet the children in the foyer to take them to their classrooms. After the sermon, their teachers will return them to worship where they may come directly to you, or you may meet them in the back of the auditorium. Pastoral Prayer Phillip Maxwell The Reading of the Word Luke 14:

10 The Preaching of the Word Pastor Ryan Moore JESUS ENCOUNTERS THE CROWDS: WHAT IS DISCIPLESHIP? Discipleship is 1. Single-minded 2. Preferential 3. Cross bearing 4. Unconditional 9

11 Communion Prayer of Thanksgiving The Encouragement Pastor: People: Pastor: People: Pastor: People: The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise. Words of Institution The Confession Pastor: People: Pastor: People: Pastor: Let us proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. Christ, our Passover, has been sacrificed for us. Therefore, let us keep the feast. The gifts of God for the people of God. Statements for Communion: The body of Christ for you. The blood of Christ for you. You have new life in Christ. You have full forgiveness in Christ. (We do serve wine in the communion trays but you can also find grape uice in the center of the trays.) 10

12 Understanding Holy Communion For Christ our passover has also been sacrificed for us, therefore, let us celebrate the feast. 1 Corinthians 5:7-8 Because we believe the Table belongs to the Lord, it is vital that you come this morning on His terms: 1. You must be in communion with Jesus Christ by faith and repentance, trusting Him alone for your salvation. 1 Corinthians 11: You must be in communion with your brothers and sisters in Christ. Matthew 5:23-24; Ephesians 4: You must be in communion with the church (any Bible-believing church) as a baptized member in good standing. Matthew 18:15-18; Hebrews 13:17 4. Because we seriously heed Scripture's admonition in 1 Corinthians 11:28-29, We invite children who are ready to make a public profession of saving faith to complete the Communicants Class materials available at the book table, arrange a meeting with the elders, and thus become regular communicants at the Lord s Table. "But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of the bread and drink of the cup. 1 Corinthians 11:

13 Prayers for Those Not Communing For those searching for truth: Lord Jesus, you claim to be the way, the truth and the life. If what you claim is true, please guide me, teach me, and open to me the reality of who you are. Give me the ability to follow you no matter what it might cost me. Give me an understanding for you that is coherent, convincing, and leads to the life that you promise. Amen. For those who desire to profess faith in Christ: Lord Jesus, I admit that I am weaker and more sinful than I ever believed, but through you, I am more loved and accepted than I ever dared hope. I thank you for paying my debt, bearing my punishment on the cross and offering forgiveness and new life. Knowing that you have been raised from the dead and are now representing me at the Father s right hand in heaven, I turn from my sins and receive you as my savior. Amen. A prayer for those struggling against sin: Lord Jesus, give me the ability to see in you the fulfillment of all my needs and desires, and help me to turn from every false source of satisfaction to feed on you, the true and living bread. Enable me to lay aside the sin that clings so closely to me, and run with perseverance the race that you have set before me, looking only to you, the author and perfecter of my faith. Amen. A prayer for covenant children who have not yet made a profession of faith: Lord Jesus, thank you for giving me the opportunity to grow up in a Christian family where I am surrounded by the good news of the gospel. Help me to grow in my understanding of who you are and what you have done for me on the cross. Help me learn what it means for me to turn from my sins and trust in you alone for my salvation. Teach me what it means to follow you as one of your disciples. Amen. 12

14 Closing Hymn We respond in faith and song Jesus, I My Cross Have Taken Jesus, I my cross have taken, All to leave and follow Thee. Destitute, despised, forsaken, Thou from hence my all shall be. Perish every fond ambition, All I ve sought or hoped or known. Yet how rich is my condition! God and heaven are still my own. Let the world despise and leave me, They have left my Savior, too. Human hearts and looks deceive me; Thou art not, like them, untrue. O while Thou dost smile upon me, God of wisdom, love, and might, Foes may hate and friends disown me, Show Thy face and all is bright. Soul, then know thy full salvation, Rise o er sin and fear and care Joy to find in every station, Something still to do or bear. Think what Spirit dwells within thee, Think what Father s smiles are thine, Think that Jesus died to win thee, Child of heaven, canst thou repine. Haste thee on from grace to glory, Armed by faith, and winged by prayer. Heaven s eternal days before thee, God s own hand shall guide us there. Soon shall close thy earthly mission, Soon shall pass thy pilgrim days, Hope shall change to glad fruition, Faith to sight, and prayer to praise. Words by Henry Lyte; Music by Bill Moore 13

15 Sending of the Saints The people of God are sent into the world The aim of our charge is love that issues from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith. 1 Timothy 1:5 People: Thanks be to God! Ascription of Praise God blesses his people as they go Now to him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you blameless before the presence of his glory with great oy, to the only God, our Savior, through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, maesty, dominion, and authority, before all time and now and forever. Amen Jude 1:

16 Announcements Deacon of the Day Daniel Sneed Save the Date Church Picnic April 29 15

17 Christian Education Winter 2018 Questions People are Asking about Scripture: We will have a January mini-mester on the topic, Questions People are Asking about Scripture. Here are some possible questions we might tackle: What about heaven and the second coming of Christ? What about angels? What about the sovereignty of God and the responsibility of man? Led by Darwin Jordan Lecture Hall What s Next?: This class takes the questions everyone has (but is afraid to ask) and turns them into a discussion-oriented format for anyone to be a part of. We are discussing Redemption and the Christian Life this winter with questions like: How are we saved? Why are we saved? What happens in the salvation of an individual? This class is perfect for visitors and members looking to meet people in the church and engage with friends. New topics will be discussed each week (unless the discussion is so good it needs another week to cool down). Join us Sunday mornings to see What s Next! Contact Rev. Ryan Moore ryan@fortworthpca.org Hosted by Drew and Becca Ryun Room

18 Information & Events Visitors: Pick up a visitor booklet at the visitors kiosk in the Fellowship Hall immediately following morning worship. Women s Bible Study: The Study on Isaiah on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM and 7 PM. If you are not currently attending and wish to come, please contact Rita Black at The Fort is FWPC s youth ministry for students in 6th 12th grade. The Fort High School meets every Wednesday night from 7:30-8:45pm in the Fellowship Hall. If you re a student in 9th through 12th grade then come meet friends, sing, be challenged with the gospel and enoy a sweet snack or dessert. It s the best thing you can do in the middle of your week! The Fort High School small groups also meet at FWPC in the high school room on adult small group nights. The Fort Middle School meets every Sunday night from 5:30-7pm in the middle school youth room upstairs at FWPC. If you re a 6th through 8th grader then come hang out with your friends, sing, do something fun and hear more about who Jesus is. We also eat pizza together and break out into small groups to get to know each other better! Check the FWPC calendar at fortworthpca.org/calendar to see updated meeting times for all of these events. See you at The Fort! Summer Mission Team Meeting March 25 th : Mission team will be meeting in the Lecture Hall immediately following morning worship. 17

19 Information & Events New Member Class (April 20 & 21): Learn about FWPC's vision, purpose, ministries, service opportunities, fellowship opportunities, membership, and more. A dessert reception will be held April 20th, 7pm-9pm at the home of Ryan and Ada Moore, 4305 Bilglade Road, Fort Worth. Class will be held April 21, 9:00am-12pm in Room 201 (continental breakfast will be served). During this class, nursery is available UPON REQUEST. To participate sign up at the table in the Fellowship Hall. Class is led by Darwin Jordan. KidsHope Mentor Needs & Prayer Request: There are three children (one Kindergartner and two 2 nd graders) that are ready to be mentored. Please pray for their parents to sign off on the permission slips. Also, please prayerfully consider becoming a mentor. We need six people to be mentors and prayer partners for these sweet children. Annual Church Garage Sale, April 21 st, 8am to 2pm: This is a heads up for you to start collecting your household items you d like to donate. Starting April 1 st we will begin collecting your items in a room to be announced soon. Thank you in advance for not bringing your items before April 1 st. ONLY large household items can be scheduled for pickup the week of Monday, April 19th. To schedule your large item pickup, call the church office or signup at the table in the Fellowship Hall. As always, PLEASE DO NOT PLACE GARAGE SALE ITEMS IN THE STAIRWELLS. Elders are Available for Prayer: If you would like to pray with the elders following morning worship, please let one of the elders know. 18

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22 Plan to attend the Association of Biblical Counselors (ABC) 2018 Called to Counsel Conference. Location: McKinney Bible Church, FWTX. The Association of Biblical Counselors invites all believers to be equipped in the care of souls. Whether you are a pastor, elder, deacon, small group leader, Sunday school teacher or simply someone who wants to learn how to better disciple others, this conference will feature over 20 experts in biblical counseling teaching on topics such as an introduction to biblical counseling, PTSD, domestic abuse, depression, and addiction. To receive a $40.00 discount on your registration use the promo code: PARTNER2018. Register at: Men s Ministry fortworthpca.org/mens-ministry (for info go to the above web address) Women s Ministry fortworthpca.org/womens-ministry (for info go to the above web address) 21

23 Please complete, tear off this page & place in the offering plate Date: Name: Mr./Mrs./Ms.: first last Spouse s Name: (if applicable) Address: street apt. # city state zip address: Phone: Check all that apply: First time guest I have a mercy need Repeat guest I would like a visit from an elder Address change change Name Tag needed Prayer requests/praises or activity signup: Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Philippians 4:6 22

24 Fort Worth Presbyterian Church Nurturing a oy for loving God and loving people by proclaiming, believing and living out the gospel of Jesus Christ Tom Crow (on sabbatical) Brian Curtis Ben Dyess Steve Fults Scott Hames SESSION (ELDERS) Darwin Jordan Ryan Moore Jack Norris Jacob Tilton Scott Wade John Weiser DEACONS Dowell Stackpole Daniel Sneed Steven Smith Johnny Tassin David Welch WOMEN S MINISTRY CO-CHAIR Shelley Fredricks, sfredricks@aol.com MUSIC MINISTRY Jacob Tilton x208 acob@fortworthpca.org MINISTRY COORDINATOR Steve Fults x202 steve@fortworthpca.org NURSERY COORDINATOR Mary Bryan nursery@fortworthpca.org SENIOR PASTOR Darwin Jordan x205 darwinordan7007@hotmail.com ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Cynthia E. Scott cynthia@fortworthpca.org WOMEN S MINISTRY CO-CHAIR Margaret Kunkel, mkartedu@yahoo.com PASTOR TO YOUTH Phillip Maxwell phillip@fortworthpca.org CHILDREN S MINISTRIES Kaye Jordan kaye@fortworthpca.org KIDS HOPE DIRECTOR Barbara Rozanski kidshope@fortworthpca.org ASSOCIATE PASTOR Ryan Moore x204 ryan@fortworthpca.org Prayer /Notification of Requests: prayer@fortworthpca.org To receive church event s, sign up on our website s homepage. OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m Oakmont Trail, Fort Worth TX (physical address) P.O. Box 16307, Fort Worth TX (mailing address) fwpca@fortworthpca.org (phone) (fax) CCLI License # printed music permission