Encounter (9th-12th Grade) Evolve (7th-8th Grade) Sun., Oct. 21: Encounter Service 7-8:30 p.m. Wed., Oct. 31: Encounter Barn & Costume Party Mon., Nov. 5: Feeding Ministry 4-7 p.m. Sun., Nov. 11: Encounter 7-8:30 p.m. Wed., Oct. 31: Evolve Barn & Costume Party Mon., Nov. 5: Feeding Ministry 4-7 p.m Wed., Nov. 7: Evolve 6:30-8 p.m. Wed., Nov. 14: Evolve 6:30-8 p.m. For Our Guests Thank you for taking the time to complete the Guest Information on our attendance registration pad. We value your visit with us and this is a simple way of letting us know how we may better meet your needs. Thanks for visiting! We re glad you re here. Rest Rooms are located in the hallway by the Information Center, on the lower level of the ARK and in the classroom office/wing. Sunday School--Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. Everyone Welcome Adult classes located in the Classroom/Office Wing: Faith Weavers- Jim VanDeGrift in Room 102 Faith Explorers - Gary Ensing in Room 313 Bible in Life - Jim Garrett in Room 306 Young Adult Ministry - Andrew Klenk/Rachel Jaynes/Joy Seick in Room 307 S.A.L.T. class - in Room 309 Raising Godly Kids - Rachael Earley in Room 311 Vintage - Teens and parents of youth grade 7-12 in LPC Youth Center Children s classes located on third floor of the Classroom/Office Wing: Embrace - Ages birth to 2 years old in the Nursery (main floor) Explore - Preschool to Kindergarten in Room 301 Excite - 1st through 4th Grade in Room 302 and 304 Engage - 5th and 6th Grade in Room 305 Kids Corner by Ann van der Merwe From Death to Life Jesus rose from the dead. It s a simple idea, but a difficult one to believe. Ever since the early church began, people have been questioning whether Jesus really died and came back to life. Some people have said he wasn t dead when they took him down from the cross. Other people have said that his body was stolen in a conspiracy to create the illusion that he rose from the dead. These ideas have both been disproven, but people still have trouble believing that the story of the resurrection is true. But it is true. It s true because it is the only explanation that makes sense. It is the only explanation that fits with Jesus own words. It is the only explanation that fulfills the prophecies of the Old Testament. It is the only explanation that gives us hope. Ellen Albright and Lynn Brooke Flowers This Morning are Given by Jo, Mike, Cathy, Becky, Debbie and family in loving memory of Willard Snider. Operating Fund Income thru September 2018 - $810,489.00 Operating Fund Expense thru September 2018 - $867,766.68 Center. We also have a Family Room with worship audio located next to our Information Center. Session - (Session minutes are available in the church office) Steve Fennessey Garry Benner Lee Bollow Mark Masthay Cheryl Bogen Chuck Duerré Cathy Riggin Dave Hanley Ned Earley Alan Steinkirchner Larry Oury Joe McKenzie Richard Wardrop Bernie Uchtman Mike Schneider Carolyn Lucke - Clerk of Session Worship at LPC Traditional Worship Sunday at 8:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary Christian Education at 10 a.m. Modern Worship Sunday at 11:15 a.m. in the Ark Weekly Prayer List Attendance - October 14, 2018 8:45 a.m. - 232 11:15 a.m. - 147 Sunday School - 207 Offering - $15,283 Nursery/Family Room We have a staffed nursery located between the Ark and the Information Prayer teams available following worship for those who desire prayer. The Facility schedule is available on our video displays and online at www.lebanonpresbyterian.org Total - 379 Lebanon Presbyterian Church An Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC) 123 N. East St., Lebanon, Ohio 45036 513-932-2751 Fax 513-934-0339 Office Hours - Mon-Thurs 8 to 4 p.m.; Friday 8 to 3 p.m. lebanonpresbyterian.org
Soul Food: A Word from Peter The False Summit I have fought the good fi ght. I have fi nished the race. I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness. - 2 Timothy 4:7-8 Many years ago I climbed Mt. Rainier with a group of friends. It was, by far, the hardest thing I have ever done. Gasping for breath and battling altitude sickness, we made our way through ice and snow to an altitude of 14,400 feet. Several times, it seemed like we were nearing the summit. However, our guide would shatter that illusion and bring us back to reality. That is not the top of the mountain, he would announce. That is a false summit. When we set out to follow Jesus, it s like climbing a mountain. The journey is diffi cult. It requires tremendous effort and endurance. Sometimes, we imagine that we ve reached our goal and all we want is to stop and take life easy. However, our journey will not end until we die and are resurrected. That is our goal and destination. Anything else is a false summit. As long as life endures, we must take up our cross and follow where Jesus leads! Sermon Notes: _ Tom Ferris Retiring There will be a reception for organist Tom Ferris immediately following the 8:45 a.m. service in the Narthex. If you would like to show your appreciation to Tom for his many years of wonderful music, simply write a check directly to Tom Ferris or use an offering envelope and mark it Tom Ferris, and place it in the offering plate. We will collect gifts for Tom through today. Golf Tournament and Love Offering Our annual golf tournament on October 6 raised $3,100 to help construct the third phase of the school we are building in Kenya, East Africa. Also, our special love offering on Sunday, Sept. 16 raised $3,500 to support the ministry of Pastor Steven Khoury in the Holy Land. Many thanks to everyone who contributed to these mission projects! Next Year in Jerusalem! It s an old Jewish saying, but in 2019, it will apply to the LPC Holy Land Tour group! If you are at all interested in being part of this amazing experience, come to the meeting TODAY at 6:30 p.m. in Room 102. We will be reviewing three proposals we ve received from tour companies, deciding which we will accept, determining our target number for the group, and arranging for any necessary deposit to confi rm the tour we select. Retirement Party Honoring Chaplain (Colonel) Randy Fannin You are invited to attend the Army retirement party for Chaplain (Colonel) Randy Fannin on Saturday, November 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Ark. Please RSVP by November 1 to Joy Seick at joyfannin@yahoo.com if you plan to attend. Volunteers Needed We are looking for some folks to help in the Church Offi ce. The main duties would be to answer the phones and greet people but at times, there could be smaller offi ce tasks such as helping with mailings. Our biggest needs are: Monday 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; Tuesday 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and Wednesday 9 a.m.-11 a.m. If you think this might be how you can use your talents and serve the church, please contact Gabrielle Pyles at 513-932-2751 or through email at gabrielle@ lebanonpresbyterian.org. Want to Be Part of Our New Nursery Ministry? The Children s Ministry Team is seeking leaders and volunteers for Embrace, our new ministry to children age two and under and their families. This includes two new paid positions a Nursery Ministry Director and two or more Nursery Ministry Assistants as well as a cohort of volunteers. We are seeking people who feel called by God not simply to care for children but also to teach them Biblical truths, to connect personally with their parents, and to be an integral part of growing our ministry to children and families here at LPC. If you would like to apply for one of the paid positions, please visit the employment link on the LPC website for complete job descriptions and application information. If you would like more information on serving as a volunteer, please contact Ann van der Merwe at ann@lebanonpresbyterian.org or 513-932-2751. Thanksgiving Baskets For more than 31 years, LPC has been making Thanksgiving Baskets for needy families in our community. Nonperishable food items may be placed in the big box that is located in the Narthex on the weekends. During the week, Monday through Friday, please bring them to the church offi ce. If you would like to make a monetary donation, please mark your check or envelope Thanksgiving Baskets and place in the offering plate. Another important way to serve is to sign up for the following: Any questions or concerns about LPC s Thanksgiving Baskets, can be directed to: Scott and Geralyn Lucia at 513-228-0263. Prime Timers are Back on Track! Our kick-off event will be on Saturday, October 27 at the home of Beth and Peter Larson, 533 McClure Rd., Lebanon. You can settle in at 4:30 p.m. and we will eat promptly at 5 p.m. Burgers, brats, paper products and beverages will be furnished. PLEASE bring a generous picnic style side dish and a lawn chair. Cost is $2 per person. You will be able to unload at a safe location on the property with valet parking available. Contacts for this event if you have questions or transportation needs are Nancy and Tom Haire, 513-899-4525 or Fran and John Morris, 513-932- 0360. Sign up by fi lling out the information below and placing in the offering plate. Count me/us in: Name(s): Email or phone: Helping Hurricane Victims In light of Hurricane Florence and the cost of travel, the Missions Committee has decided to forego the Puerto Rico trip at this time and to send a work team to North Carolina instead. Money donated for Puerto Rico will still be sent there through our national Evangelical Presbyterian Church body. We are working through Praying Pelicans, the same organization working in Puerto Rico, to send the team to North Carolina, and the dates will be the same, Nov. 10-17. If you would like to join the team, please fi ll out the information below, tear it out and put it in the collection plate. Or call Mike McIntosh at 513-398-8185. Name: Phone Number: Email address:
RECOMMENDATIONS CHURCH OFFICERS FOR THE CLASS OF 2021 Each year we select new offi cers who will order the life and work of our congregation: Elders serve on Session to exercise leadership, government, and discipline of the church body; take leadership in the different ministry areas; be a shepherd to the members of the fl ock; and assist with Communion. Deacons have the gifts of helping and mercy; are devoted to service; build relationships with people who need support and encouragement; and serve as greeters before worship services. Please prayerfully consider church members you know. Then ask that person for their approval to be nominated and submit their name or names on the form below or fi ll out the form online at www.lebanonpresbyterian.org. The deadline for recommendations is October 28, 2018. Recommendation for Church Officer I suggest the name of for nomination to the offi ce of: Elder Deacon The committee needs further information to help decide, among the names suggested, who to nominate. If you would like to give additional information, please make comments on a separate sheet of paper. You may want to use the following characteristics: General Churchmanship Attendance at public worship Participation in church activities Offi ces held Services rendered Christian Living in Daily Life Within the family At work In the community Personal Characteristics and Skills Cooperativeness Willingness to learn Ability to follow through on assignments Openness to new ideas Maturity of judgment Particular Qualifications for this Office (Use another sheet of paper if necessary) Return this to the church offi ce by October 28, 2018. Thank you, Nominating Committee: Cheryl Bogen, Bernie Uchtman, Elders; Terri Catanzaro, Deacon; Elizabeth McLagan, Don Mowry, Jeff Ridgley, Roger Sims, Angie Taulbee and Neil Tunison RECOMMENDATIONS CHURCH OFFICERS FOR THE CLASS OF 2021 Each year we select new offi cers who will order the life and work of our congregation: Elders serve on Session to exercise leadership, government, and discipline of the church body; take leadership in the different ministry areas; be a shepherd to the members of the fl ock; and assist with Communion. Deacons have the gifts of helping and mercy; are devoted to service; build relationships with people who need support and encouragement; and serve as greeters before worship services. Please prayerfully consider church members you know. Then ask that person for their approval to be nominated and submit their name or names on the form below or fi ll out the form online at www.lebanonpresbyterian.org. The deadline for recommendations is October 28, 2018. Recommendation for Church Officer I suggest the name of for nomination to the offi ce of: Elder Deacon The committee needs further information to help decide, among the names suggested, who to nominate. If you would like to give additional information, please make comments on a separate sheet of paper. You may want to use the following characteristics: General Churchmanship Attendance at public worship Participation in church activities Offi ces held Services rendered Christian Living in Daily Life Within the family At work In the community Personal Characteristics and Skills Cooperativeness Willingness to learn Ability to follow through on assignments Openness to new ideas Maturity of judgment Particular Qualifications for this Office (Use another sheet of paper if necessary) Return this to the church offi ce by October 28, 2018. Thank you, Nominating Committee: Cheryl Bogen, Bernie Uchtman, Elders; Terri Catanzaro, Deacon; Elizabeth McLagan, Don Mowry, Jeff Ridgley, Roger Sims, Angie Taulbee and Neil Tunison RECOMMENDATIONS CHURCH OFFICERS FOR THE CLASS OF 2021 Each year we select new offi cers who will order the life and work of our congregation: Elders serve on Session to exercise leadership, government, and discipline of the church body; take leadership in the different ministry areas; be a shepherd to the members of the fl ock; and assist with Communion. Deacons have the gifts of helping and mercy; are devoted to service; build relationships with people who need support and encouragement; and serve as greeters before worship services. Please prayerfully consider church members you know. Then ask that person for their approval to be nominated and submit their name or names on the form below or fi ll out the form online at www.lebanonpresbyterian.org. The deadline for recommendations is October 28, 2018. Recommendation for Church Officer I suggest the name of for nomination to the offi ce of: Elder Deacon The committee needs further information to help decide, among the names suggested, who to nominate. If you would like to give additional information, please make comments on a separate sheet of paper. You may want to use the following characteristics: General Churchmanship Attendance at public worship Participation in church activities Offi ces held Services rendered Christian Living in Daily Life Within the family At work In the community Personal Characteristics and Skills Cooperativeness Willingness to learn Ability to follow through on assignments Openness to new ideas Maturity of judgment Particular Qualifications for this Office (Use another sheet of paper if necessary) Return this to the church offi ce by October 28, 2018. Thank you, Nominating Committee: Cheryl Bogen, Bernie Uchtman, Elders; Terri Catanzaro, Deacon; Elizabeth McLagan, Don Mowry, Jeff Ridgley, Roger Sims, Angie Taulbee and Neil Tunison
8:45 a.m. Worship Service 8:45 a.m. Worship Service 8:45 a.m. Worship Service WE GATHER Welcome and Announcements Chiming of the Hour (Let us prepare our hearts to worship God) Prelude Tom Ferris Prelude on Tallis Canon by Young *Call to Worship (Psalm 8) Leader: O LORD, our LORD, how majestic is your name in all the People: You have set your glory above the heavens. From the lips of children and infants, you have ordained praise. Leader: When I consider your heavens, the work of your fi ngers, the moon and stars, which you have set in place, what is man that you are mindful of him, the son of man that you care for him? People: You made him ruler over the works of your hands; you put everything under his feet. Leader: All fl ocks and herds, and beasts of the fi eld, the birds of the air, and the fi sh of the sea, all that swim the paths of the sea. All: O LORD, our LORD, how majestic is your name in all the *Hymn Hymn 247 The Day of Resurrection WE GATHER Welcome and Announcements Chiming of the Hour (Let us prepare our hearts to worship God) Prelude Tom Ferris Prelude on Tallis Canon by Young *Call to Worship (Psalm 8) Leader: O LORD, our LORD, how majestic is your name in all the People: You have set your glory above the heavens. From the lips of children and infants, you have ordained praise. Leader: When I consider your heavens, the work of your fi ngers, the moon and stars, which you have set in place, what is man that you are mindful of him, the son of man that you care for him? People: You made him ruler over the works of your hands; you put everything under his feet. Leader: All fl ocks and herds, and beasts of the fi eld, the birds of the air, and the fi sh of the sea, all that swim the paths of the sea. All: O LORD, our LORD, how majestic is your name in all the *Hymn Hymn 247 The Day of Resurrection WE GATHER Welcome and Announcements Chiming of the Hour (Let us prepare our hearts to worship God) Prelude Tom Ferris Prelude on Tallis Canon by Young *Call to Worship (Psalm 8) Leader: O LORD, our LORD, how majestic is your name in all the People: You have set your glory above the heavens. From the lips of children and infants, you have ordained praise. Leader: When I consider your heavens, the work of your fi ngers, the moon and stars, which you have set in place, what is man that you are mindful of him, the son of man that you care for him? People: You made him ruler over the works of your hands; you put everything under his feet. Leader: All fl ocks and herds, and beasts of the fi eld, the birds of the air, and the fi sh of the sea, all that swim the paths of the sea. All: O LORD, our LORD, how majestic is your name in all the *Hymn Hymn 247 The Day of Resurrection WE PRAY Prayer of Confession Andrew Johnson Holy and merciful God, your Word commands us to be awake, alert and to know what time it is. But the truth is, we are half-asleep, unaware of the urgency of your call. So often, we are heedless of your return, ignorant of the pressing need to make our time count. We walk absentmindedly through our days, focused on our own concerns, deluded into thinking that we are in control. Foolishly, we tell ourselves that there is plenty of time to deal with you later. Forgive us, LORD. Remind us again that your Kingdom will not wait, and the time for salvation is now. By your Spirit, awaken us to your call on our lives. With eager hearts, may we hear your voice and obey. Give us faith and courage to follow where you lead. By your grace, enable us to live in such a way that others might see Jesus in our lives. We pray in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, AMEN. Assurance of Pardon * Response Because He Lives God sent his Son, they called him Jesus He came to love, heal and forgive, He lived and died to buy my pardon; An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives. Because he lives, I can face tomorrow; Because he lives, all fear is gone; Because I know he holds the future, And life is worth the living just because he lives. WE PRAY Prayer of Confession Andrew Johnson Holy and merciful God, your Word commands us to be awake, alert and to know what time it is. But the truth is, we are half-asleep, unaware of the urgency of your call. So often, we are heedless of your return, ignorant of the pressing need to make our time count. We walk absentmindedly through our days, focused on our own concerns, deluded into thinking that we are in control. Foolishly, we tell ourselves that there is plenty of time to deal with you later. Forgive us, LORD. Remind us again that your Kingdom will not wait, and the time for salvation is now. By your Spirit, awaken us to your call on our lives. With eager hearts, may we hear your voice and obey. Give us faith and courage to follow where you lead. By your grace, enable us to live in such a way that others might see Jesus in our lives. We pray in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, AMEN. Assurance of Pardon * Response Because He Lives God sent his Son, they called him Jesus He came to love, heal and forgive, He lived and died to buy my pardon; An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives. Because he lives, I can face tomorrow; Because he lives, all fear is gone; Because I know he holds the future, And life is worth the living just because he lives. WE PRAY Prayer of Confession Andrew Johnson Holy and merciful God, your Word commands us to be awake, alert and to know what time it is. But the truth is, we are half-asleep, unaware of the urgency of your call. So often, we are heedless of your return, ignorant of the pressing need to make our time count. We walk absentmindedly through our days, focused on our own concerns, deluded into thinking that we are in control. Foolishly, we tell ourselves that there is plenty of time to deal with you later. Forgive us, LORD. Remind us again that your Kingdom will not wait, and the time for salvation is now. By your Spirit, awaken us to your call on our lives. With eager hearts, may we hear your voice and obey. Give us faith and courage to follow where you lead. By your grace, enable us to live in such a way that others might see Jesus in our lives. We pray in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, AMEN. Assurance of Pardon * Response Because He Lives God sent his Son, they called him Jesus He came to love, heal and forgive, He lived and died to buy my pardon; An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives. Because he lives, I can face tomorrow; Because he lives, all fear is gone; Because I know he holds the future, And life is worth the living just because he lives.
Recognition of Tom Ferris Recognition of Tom Ferris Recognition of Tom Ferris WE GIVE BACK TO GOD Offertory Sanctuary Choir For the Fruit of All Creation WE GIVE BACK TO GOD Offertory Sanctuary Choir For the Fruit of All Creation WE GIVE BACK TO GOD Offertory Sanctuary Choir For the Fruit of All Creation WE HEAR THE WORD First Scripture Reading Debbie Kouns Mark 10:32-45 Pew Bible, page 716 Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. WE HEAR THE WORD First Scripture Reading Debbie Kouns Mark 10:32-45 Pew Bible, page 716 Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. WE HEAR THE WORD First Scripture Reading Debbie Kouns Mark 10:32-45 Pew Bible, page 716 Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. Children s Sermon Ann van der Merwe Children s Sermon Ann van der Merwe Children s Sermon Ann van der Merwe *Hymn Hymn 239 I Know That My Redeemer Lives Second Scripture Reading 1 Corinthians 15:12-34 Pew Bible, page 815 *Hymn Hymn 239 I Know That My Redeemer Lives Second Scripture Reading 1 Corinthians 15:12-34 Pew Bible, page 815 *Hymn Hymn 239 I Know That My Redeemer Lives Second Scripture Reading 1 Corinthians 15:12-34 Pew Bible, page 815 Sermon Sermon Sermon WE GO OUT INTO THE WORLD *Closing Hymn Rejoice, the LORD Is King Hymn 262 WE GO OUT INTO THE WORLD *Closing Hymn Rejoice, the LORD Is King Hymn 262 WE GO OUT INTO THE WORLD *Closing Hymn Rejoice, the LORD Is King Hymn 262 Charge and Benediction Charge and Benediction Charge and Benediction Postlude Tom Ferris Postlude Tom Ferris Postlude Tom Ferris * Please stand if you are able * Please stand if you are able * Please stand if you are able Please silence all cell phones prior to the beginning of worship. Assisted hearing devices are available--please see an usher. Please silence all cell phones prior to the beginning of worship. Assisted hearing devices are available--please see an usher. Please silence all cell phones prior to the beginning of worship. Assisted hearing devices are available--please see an usher.
11:15 a.m. Worship Service 11:15 a.m. Worship Service 11:15 a.m. Worship Service Welcome and Announcements Welcome and Announcements Welcome and Announcements Call to Worship Praise Band Praise Song How Deep The Father s Love For Us Better Is One Day Call to Worship Praise Band Praise Song How Deep The Father s Love For Us Better Is One Day Call to Worship Praise Band Praise Song How Deep The Father s Love For Us Better Is One Day Prayer of Confession Andrew Johnson Prayer of Confession Andrew Johnson Prayer of Confession Andrew Johnson Song of Response Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone) Song of Response Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone) Song of Response Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone) Children s Sermon Lelia Brandt Children s Sermon Lelia Brandt Children s Sermon Lelia Brandt Offertory Handbell Choir Oceans Offertory Handbell Choir Oceans Offertory Handbell Choir Oceans Scripture Reading 1 Corinthians 15:12-34 Scripture Reading 1 Corinthians 15:12-34 Scripture Reading 1 Corinthians 15:12-34 Message Message Message Sending Song Jesus Paid It All Sending Song Jesus Paid It All Sending Song Jesus Paid It All Benediction Benediction Benediction