MAY 17, 2015 SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER CONFIRMATION SUNDAY 8:30 and 11:00 AM GATHERING

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1 MAY 17, 2015 SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER CONFIRMATION SUNDAY 8:30 and 11:00 AM GATHERING OPENING SENTENCES VOLUNTARY Allegretto from Sonata no. 4 Felix Mendelssohn *CALL TO WORSHIP Pastor: What shall I render to the Lord for all His bounty to me? People: I will lift up the cup of salvation Pastor: (8:30) Sam Cooper (11:00) Adam DeVries and call on the name of the Lord! (Psalm 116:12-13) Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; therefore, let us keep the feast! People: O taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who trusts in Him! (Psalm 34:8) *PROCESSIONAL HYMN 620 Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven WELCOME AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCIPLESHIP LAUDA ANIMA CALL TO CONFESSION (8:30) Sam Cooper (11:00) Adam DeVries PRAYER OF CONFESSION Merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against You in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved You with our whole heart and mind and strength. We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. In Your mercy forgive what we have been, help us amend what we are, and direct what we shall be, so that we may delight in Your will and walk in Your ways, to the glory of Your holy name. SILENT CONFESSION

2 LORD, HAVE MERCY Kyrie Eleison ASSURANCE OF PARDON *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Gloria Patri Hymn 579 THE WORD AND SACRAMENT CHILDREN S TIME (8:30) Stuart Gordon Children ages 4 and 5 are invited to Young Children and Worship in Room CW-110. PRESENTATION OF THE 2015 CONFIRMATION CLASS (11:00) Nathan Brandon and Scott McConnell Profession of Faith and Reaffirmation of the Baptismal Covenant CONFIRMATION AND COMMISSIONING (11:00) PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION (8:30) Lily Przybylinski (11:00) Daryn O Donnell Gracious God, we do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from Your mouth. Make us hungry for this heavenly food, that it may nourish us today in the ways of eternal life; through Jesus Christ, the bread of heaven. Amen. NEW TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE READING Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. NEW TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE READING Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. (8:30) Sydney Merrill (11:00) Bella Hackett Acts 1:15-26, page 118 (8:30) Casey Gooden (11:00) Ellis Thompson John 17:6-19, page 111 Children ages 4 and 5 are invited to Young Children and Worship in Room CW-110. SERMON Words that Give Life

3 RESPONSE OF THE PEOPLE *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (8:30) Lily Przybylinski (11:00) Ava Claire Williams 2015 CONFIRMATION CLASS STATEMENT OF FAITH We believe God exists in three forms: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We believe the Father created the earth and everything else there is. The Father also created all of us, male and female, in God s own image and knew us before we were born. We believe the Son willingly died for our sins so we could be forgiven. He also came back from the dead and rose into Heaven. Jesus will return to Earth again. We believe the Holy Spirit is like the wind and the waves: we can see evidence of the Holy Spirit through other people. We believe the church is the home for all types of people from all types of places. We believe that after we die, God has an amazing place in store for us. There are no problems, mistakes, or sadness in Heaven. We believe the Bible is the written Word of God. It is a combination of many genres, but it all represents eternal truths. We can use it as a manual or survival guide for how to live, and God wants us to share his Word with others. We believe God teaches us through the Bible, but he also teaches us through other people and other situations. God even teaches us through the problems we encounter. God continually advises us in choices we should make and how we should treat others. We believe God listens to us and answers our prayers, though not always as quickly as we would like or in the way we would like. God knows what is best for us and has a plan for us, and we can do all things through the strength we have in Jesus. We believe we serve a God of second chances, one whose love is unconditional. God knows all of the mistakes we have made and those we will make, but forgives us anyway. There is nothing we can do that will make God stop loving us. We believe God does not judge us by the clothes we wear, the schools we attend, the money we make, or any other worldly measure, but rather by the content of our character. Regardless of who else may be against us, we know God is for us, and the only opinion that truly matters is God s. As the everlasting foundation of our life, we believe God knows all things and is in all things. God wants us to be kind and compassionate to others. As we open our minds to God, our eyes will be open more and more so we can see the world through God s eyes.

4 OFFERTORY (8:30) arr. Alice Parker Hark, I Hear the Harps Eternal Hark, I hear the harps eternal ringing on the farther shore, as I near those swollen waters, with their deep and solemn roar. Hallelujah, praise the Lamb, hallelujah, glory to the great I AM. And my soul, though stained with sorrow, fading as the light of day, passes swiftly o er those waters to the city far away. Souls have crossed before me, saintly, to that land of perfect rest; and I hear them singing faintly in the mansions of the blest. (11:00) Laudate Dominum omnes gentes W.A. Mozart (Psalm 117) (from Vesperae Solennes De Confessore K.339) Laudate Dominum omnes gentes; O praise the Lord, all ye nations; Laudate eum omnes populi. praise Him, all ye people. Quoniam confirmata est super nos For His merciful kindness misericordia ejus, is great toward us, et veritas Domini manet in and the truth of the Lord eternum. endureth for ever. Gloria Patri Glory be to the Father et Filio et Spiritui Sancto, and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost, sicut erat in principio, as it was in the beginning, is now, et nunc, et semper and ever shall be, et in saecula saeculorum. Amen. world without end. Amen. *PRESENTATION AND RESPONSE Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH *PRAYER OF DEDICATION SACRAMENT OF THE LORD S SUPPER INVITATION TO THE TABLE and Stuart Gordon WORDS OF INSTITUTION SURSUM CORDA (Lift Up Your Hearts) PRAYER OF CONSECRATION AND THE LORD S PRAYER (Traditional) (debts) Hymnal Page 35 SERVING OF THE ELEMENTS Stuart Gordon During the distribution of the elements, Confirmation students will share their personal statements of faith.

5 If able, please hold the cup until all have been served. A pastor will offer gluten-free bread to any who need it. PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING SENDING FORTH *HYMN OF COMMITMENT Christ is Made the Sure Foundation REGENT SQUARE Christ is made the sure foundation, Christ the head and cornerstone, chosen of the Lord and precious, binding all the church in one; holy Zion s help forever, and our confidence alone. To this temple, where we call You, come, O Lord of hosts, and stay; come, with all Your lovingkindness; hear Your people as we pray, and Your fullest benediction shed within these walls today. Here bestow on all Your servants what they seek from You to gain; what they gain from You, forever with the blessed to retain; and hereafter in Your glory evermore with You to reign. Laud and honor to the Father, laud and honor to the Son, laud and honor to the Spirit, ever three and ever one: one in might and one in glory while unending ages run! *CHARGE AND BENEDICTION *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. Text by Jaroslav J. Vajda 1983 by Concordia Publishing House. Reproduced with permission under license number 04:09-49B. The congregation will be seated for a moment of silent prayer after the Congregational Response. *CLOSING VOLUNTARY Voluntary in D major John Alcock * Those who are able, please stand Latecomers may be seated Please silence your cell phone as you enter the sanctuary. PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE, Pastor Sam Cooper, Executive Pastor Adam DeVries, Associate Pastor for Youth and Their Families Stuart Gordon, Associate Pastor for Discipleship Cross Bearer: (8:30) Zak Herbstreit; (11:00) Katie Carrero Candle Bearer: (8:30) Jack Owen; (11:00) Cole Allen

6 Bible Bearer: (11:00) Patrick Wilk; Banner Bearer: (11:00) Ben Atchley (8:30) Confirmation Readers: Grafton Brittle, Elizabeth Carney, Kathleen Kerr, Emma Neely, Sloan Rogers and Emily Wood (11:00) Confirmation Readers: Harris Brim, William Clark, McKenzie Cooper, Clay Crews, Riley Jorgenson, Hannah King, Madeline McGrew, Sydney Neal, Mary Grace Smith and Stanford Thombs Nicholas Bergin, Organist Rhonda Swanson, Assistant Organist Keith Moore, Sanctuary Chorale Conductor Greg Thomas, Sanctuary Choir Conductor; Daphne Garey, Soprano FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH extends a warm welcome in the name of Christ to all who worship with us today. If you are interested in joining First Presbyterian Church, please speak to the pastor or elder standing at the left of the pulpit, or you may call the church office during the week. WORSHIP REGISTRATION PADS Whether you are a first-time visitor or a long-time member, you can help us plan ministries by signing the worship registration pad, placed at the aisle end of your pew. FLOWERS on the chancel table are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Jim Freeman by his wife Nina Margaret, children Clokie and Brian Dixon, Cynthia and Edmond Freeman. EXTEND YOUR WARM WELCOME TO THE CONFIRMATION CLASS OF 2015 IN COURTENAY HALL Today, we celebrate with the 55 young people who have a vital faith in the living God and have responded with an Emphatic Yes to Jesus life-changing invitation to come and follow me. They join First Presbyterian in full membership! Please join the new members and their families for cookies and punch in Courtenay Hall immediately following the 11:00 worship service. A perfect opportunity to welcome our new members. Lawson Cole Allen Clayton Douglas Crews Liliana Claire Morrison Trevor William Andrews Margaret Anne Dobbs Sydney Gardner Neal Benjamin John Atchley Kiki Fisher Emily Grace Neely Carter Vaughan Ayers Greydon Douglas Franck Daryn O Donnell Francis Marion Bass IV Vanessa Frigon John David Owen V Geneva May Bass Andrew Patrick Garrett Elise Kathryn Presnell William James Bostelman Casey Catherine Gooden Lillian Beck Przybylinski Harris Stansell Brim Bella Elizabeth Hackett Sloan Renee Rogers John Grafton Brittle III David Colyer Haddock Lacy Elizabeth Sheppard William Anderson Brownie Zak Edward Herbstreit Mary Grace Smith Dora Elizabeth Carney Riley Kathryn Jorgenson Stanford Dawson Thombs Katherine Campbell Carrero Kathleen Elizabeth Kerr DeWitt Clinton Thompson VI Claire Margaret Cherry Hannah Elizabeth King Ellis Virginia Thompson William Northington Clark III Thomas Mackenzie Lee Benjamin Payne Vest Emma Katharine Cloud Madeline Hart McGrew Virginia Adeline Wall Anne Caroline Collignon Connor Walker Medley Patrick Douglas Wilk Grace Hill Collignon Sydney Elizabeth Merrill Ava Claire Williams Millicent Dair Collignon Emory Louise Moore Emily Claire Wood McKenzie Nicole Cooper SYMPATHY The First Presbyterian Church family extends sympathy to Mary and Paul Burd on the death of Mary s father, George Moody King, who died on March 14. Sympathy also to granddaughter Olivia Burd. Family and friends of John Donnally (Don) Acree who died on April 30. Kevin and Sam Jackson, on the death of Kevin s mother, Audrey Edge Crawford, who died on May 3. Sympathy also to grandchildren, Hadyn Jackson and Tate Jackson. Family and friends of Margaret Eblen Layman who died on May 5. If any member of the church desires the Christian support of a Stephen Minister, call Sandra Randleman ( ). Stephen Ministers are trained lay ministers of the church.

7 YOUNG CHILDREN & WORSHIP 8:30 and 11:00 in Room CW-110 (located in the Children s Ministry wing). Please reference the worship bulletin to know when to exit the sanctuary. Parents and their children who are age 4, 5 or 6 (not in 1st grade) by August 15, 2014, are invited. Please visit our website to enroll or contact Deb O Brien (dobrien@fpcnashville.org). CHILDREN S SUNDAY SCHOOL AND NURSERY 9:45 to 10:45 every Sunday. Nursery care for children six weeks to three years is available during worship services and Sunday School. Classes (ages 3-6) are in the Children s Ministry Wing. Classes (grades 1-6) at the top of the C-Wing in Oak Hill School. Please visit the Hospitality Center for more info. MOTHER AND INFANT QUIET ROOM Mothers of infants who need a quiet place for nursing or calming babies. Audio feed of the worship service is provided. Check with Karen Fitts in the Nursery for availability. JOIN US FOR COFFEE & DONUTS Please join us each Sunday between services downstairs in Courtenay Hall for coffee and donuts. ASSISTANCE FOR THOSE WITH DISABILITIES If anyone has a need or disability requiring assistance or accommodation for any church activity, please contact the church office ( ). A/V OF WORSHIP AVAILABLE Worship service in Courtenay Hall has the audio-video transfer for each of the Sunday morning worship services. OFFICER PRAYER TIME Prayer request cards can be found in a rack attached to the Prayer Request Box. SERMONS preached weekly can be found on our website (fpcnashville.org). THE FIVE THIRTY Adam DeVries concludes our Borders series with Jesus the Pedicurist. KIRKIN SUNDAY On May 24 at 9:50 A.M. in Courtenay Hall, FPC celebrates its Scottish roots with dancing, bagpipes, homemade shortbread and games. Our guest preacher is The Rev. Dr. William Carl III, President of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. HOLY COMMUNION Holy Communion will be observed today Sunday, May 17, at the 8:30, 11:00 A.M. and 5:30 P.M. worship services. CAREER TRANSITION NETWORK Tuesdays, 8:00 9:30 A.M. in the Bryant Conference Room. Contact Bill Kirby (billkirbyjr@gmail.com or ). THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY with is taking a break for the summer. The study will begin again this fall, and all are invited to attend this weekly study on Thursday mornings. STEPHEN MINISTRY IS RECRUITING If you feel a desire to become a Stephen Minister, please reach out to Sandra Randleman ( ) to apply. Deadline for application is August 1. PRAY FOR CUBA MISSION TEAM Today our mission team is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the founding of our Cuban church partner, the Dora E. Valentin Reformed Presbyterian Church, during their worship time in Matanzas. Keep them in your prayers until their return on Friday, May 22. The Mission of First Presbyterian Church To know Christ, to make Him known, and to exhibit His love through worship, education, and service.

8 DONATE TO NEPAL EARTHQUAKE RELIEF EFFORTS FPC is accepting donations for relief efforts in Nepal. You may donate by e-check online from the church s website or include the note Nepal Relief on the memo line of your check. ICE CREAM CRANKIN TICKETS ON SALE TODAY Purchase tickets in Courtenay Hall for this June 14 afternoon event. Advance sale tickets are $10/adult and $8/child (ages two and younger FREE). Cash, check, debit or credit cards accepted. All proceeds benefit the Martha O Bryan Center. CHILDREN S MINISTRY AND NURSERY All registrations are available on the Children s page of the website. n Confirmation Today at 11:00 A.M. To celebrate, the congregation is invited to enjoy a brief cookie reception in Courtenay Hall immediately following worship. n Kirkin Sunday: May 24 All ages are invited to gather in Courtenay Hall during the Sunday School hour. Festivities begin at 9:50 A.M. Nursery care available for children three years and younger. n Summer Sunday School May 31 begins a new Summer Sunday School model for our families. There are weekly opportunities for parents/families to lead or host a group. If your children will be participating any of the Summer Sundays, we ask that you sign up to serve as a host, leader or assistant at least one week. Visit our sign-up form on the website to pick your date(s)! YOUTH ANNOUNCEMENTS n Sunday School Today Grades 7-12 will meet in The Gathering Place before dividing up into grade levels. n n FPC Youth Summer Camps Arts Camp: July Grades 7-12 will join Emily Martin, Anna Wheeler ( ) and our summer interns for creative week of art and worship. (1:00-5:00 P.M.) Cost-$30. Water Sports Camp: July Grades 7-12 will join Brandon Van Pernis ( ), Scott Dalton, and our summer interns for water sports at the lake. Leave at 8:00 A.M. on Monday and return by 3:00 P.M. on Wednesday. Cost-$100. Youth Help Lead Mission Camp: July Let Erika Shapiro ( ) know if you would like to help with the FPC Mission Camp (grades 4-6) or with FPC VBS (June 22-25)! Christian Leadership Camp: July Grades 7-12 will join Anna Wheeler, Ashley Higgins ( ), and our summer interns for Christian Leadership Camp. 9:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M. Cost- $25 (lunch included). Wednesday Night Festivus June 3-July 29, :30-8:00 P.M. Meet in The Gathering Place for food, fun and fellowship for all youth. Guaranteed to be the best part of your week. Bring $5.00 for dinner. Questions? Call Ginger, Erika, & Miller ( or youth@fpcnashville.org) Frankin Pike, Nashville, TN (615)