By awesome deeds you answer us with righteousness, O God of our salvation, the hope of all the ends of the earth and of the farthest seas; the one who by his strength established the mountains, being girded with might; who stills the roaring of the seas, the roaring of their waves, the tumult of the peoples, so that those who dwell at the ends of the earth are in awe at your signs. Psalm 65:5-8 He made the storm be still, and the waves of the sea were hushed. Then they were glad that the waters were quiet, and he brought them to their desired haven. Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man! Psalm 107:29-31 Public Worship on the Lord s Day March 12, 2017 THE WORD CALL TO WORSHIP Psalm 107:1-2 Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever! Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom he has redeemed from trouble.
Holy God We Praise Thy Name Text: Ignaz Franz Music: Te Deum Public Domain Hark! the loud celestial hymn angel choirs above are raising, cherubim and seraphim, in unceasing chorus praising, fill the heavens with sweet accord: Holy, holy, holy, Lord! Lo! the apostolic train join the sacred Name to hallow; prophets swell the loud refrain, and the white-robed martyrs follow; and from morn to set of sun, through the Church the song goes on. Holy Father, Holy Son, Holy Spirit, Three we name thee; while in essence only One, undivided God we claim thee; and adoring bend the knee, while we own the mystery.
PRAYER OF INVOCATION He is risen! He is risen indeed! Let us pray CALL TO CONFESSION OF SIN Hebrews 7:23-25 The former priests were many in number, because they were prevented by death from continuing in office, but he holds his priesthood permanently, because he continues forever. Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he lives always to make intercession for them. CONFESSION OF SIN Eternal God, in every age you have raised up men and women to live and die in faith. We confess that we are indifferent to your will. You call us to proclaim your name, but we are silent. You call us to do what is just, but we remain idle. You call us to give sacrificially, but we are begrudging. You call us to live faithfully, but we are afraid. In your mercy, forgive us. Give us courage to follow in your way, that, joined with those from ages past who have served you with faith, hope, and love, we may inherit the unshakeable kingdom you promised in Jesus Christ. Amen. (Silent confession) ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS Hebrews 7:26-27 For it was indeed fitting that we should have such a high priest, holy, innocent, unstained, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. He has no need, like those high priests, to offer sacrifices daily, first for his own sins and then for those of the people, since he did this once for all when he offered up himself. May the peace of Christ be with you. And also with you! OFFERING Matthew 6:24 No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money. DOXOLOGY Praise God, from whom all blessings flow! Praise him, all creatures here below! Praise him above, ye heavenly host! Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost! Amen.
OLD TESTAMENT READING Psalm 46 TO THE CHOIRMASTER. OF THE SONS OF KORAH. ACCORDING TO ALAMOTH. A SONG. 1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah 4 There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High. 5 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved; God will help her when morning dawns. 6 The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; he utters his voice, the earth melts. 7 The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah 8 Come, behold the works of the LORD, how he has brought desolations on the earth. 9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the chariots with fire. 10 Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth! 11 The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray (Elder prays) And now as our Savior taught us, we pray: Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
The Love of God Music and Lyrics by F. M. Lehman (1917) Public Domain Could we with ink the ocean fill, and were the skies of parchment made, were every stalk on earth a quill, and every man a scribe by trade, to write the love of God above, would drain the ocean dry. Nor could the scroll contain the whole, though stretched from sky to sky. O love of God, how rich and pure! How measureless and strong! It shall forevermore endure the saints and angel s song! (Repeat chorus)
Victory In The Lamb Text & Music: Wesley Randolph Eader 2014 Door of Hope He will clothe the poor with crowns in the kingdom he calls theirs. He will raise them to the halls of heaven and release their earthly cares. And the hard times, they will come. And the black clouds, they will break. But his riches come with the morning sun and they grow green fields of grace. (Chorus) So let all condemnation cease! Let guilt have no more claim! Let the devil lose all dominion! For the Lamb of God he came! And the Lamb of God was slain! And the Lamb of God was raised! We will fix our wandering eyes on the wonders of our Lord. By his sacred stripes we have been healed, through his wounds our joys supplied. (Chorus) Now the strong ones and the weak are the same under his blood. For empty-handed all must come to receive his endless love. (Chorus)
GOSPEL READING John 6:15-21 Perceiving then that they were about to come and take him by force to make him king, Jesus withdrew again to the mountain by himself. 16 When evening came, his disciples went down to the sea, 17 got into a boat, and started across the sea to Capernaum. It was now dark, and Jesus had not yet come to them. 18 The sea became rough because a strong wind was blowing. 19 When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus walking on the sea and coming near the boat, and they were frightened. 20 But he said to them, It is I; do not be afraid. 21 Then they were glad to take him into the boat, and immediately the boat was at the land to which they were going. The Gospel of Jesus Christ. Praise be to you, O Christ! SERMON Do Not Be Afraid (Rev. Eric Costa)
THE UPPER ROOM CONFESSION OF FAITH Colossians 1:15-20 Who is Jesus Christ? He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities all things were created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. He is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent. For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross. Amen. PASSING OF THE PEACE Colossians 3:15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. (Greet one another with the words, The peace of Christ be with you. ) INVITATION TO THE LORD S TABLE AND PRAYER WORDS OF INSTITUTION 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 THE MYSTERIUM FIDEI 1 Corinthians 11:26; 5:7-8 Let us proclaim the mystery of faith. Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us. Therefore let us keep the feast. The gifts of God for the people of God. GIVING OF THE BREAD AND CUP (All who confess faith in Jesus Christ may partake of this Sacrament: baptized members of a congregation that proclaims the Gospel, who are at peace with God and with their brothers and sisters in Christ, and who seek God s grace to live more faithfully for him in this world. Please come forward after the musicians. The glasses on your right contain grape juice for those who do not want wine. There are gluten-free crackers on the table. An Elder is available for prayer upon request [James 5:13-16].)
Jesus Lives And So Shall I Text: Christian F. Gellert Music: Matthew Curl Used by Permission Jesus lives, and by his grace, vict ry o er my passions giving, I will cleanse my heart and ways, ever to his glory living. Me he raises from the dust: Jesus is my hope and trust! (Chorus) Jesus lives, I know full well, naught from him my heart can sever, life nor death, nor pow rs of hell, joy nor grief, henceforth forever. None of all his saints is lost: Jesus is my hope and trust! (Chorus) Jesus lives and death is now but my entrance into glory. Courage, then, my soul, for thou hast a crown of life before thee; thou shalt find thy hopes were just: Jesus is my hope and trust! (Chorus x2)
Within A Crib My Savior Lay Text: Timothy Dudley-Smith, Matthew H. Curl Music: Matthew H. Curl Used by Permission A victor s crown my Savior won, his work of love and mercy done, the Father s high ascended Son: all glory be to Jesus! And soon to glory we will rise, because of our Lord s sacrifice, new life through him, the crucified: All glory be to Jesus! And this is love! And this is grace! He came to earth our souls to save! And this is love! And this is grace! That Christ, our God, did come to save! All glory be to Jesus. All glory be to Jesus.
BENEDICTION Matthew 28:18-20 Jesus said, All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age. ~ Remember: every gathering is an opportunity to invite a friend, to introduce people to the Christcentered community and life of the church! Sunday School After Worship, and some time for fellowship and coffee, join us for Sunday School. Kids will meet in the sanctuary before going to their classes. Adults will meet in the fellowship hall for sermon discussion (young children are welcome to accompany their parents). Men s Retreat Fri. - Sun., March 17-19 in Lincoln City The cost is $100/person, which includes both nights lodging and all meals. (If you would like to come only for one night, the cost is $50.) Contact Sam Boden to assist with meal preparation (samuelcboden@gmail.com). Contact Tim Sery regarding cost (fiby2020@gmail.com). Please make checks payable to Ascension Presbyterian Church, with retreat in the memo line. We need to receive checks by Sun., Mar. 12. (That s today.) Regular Gatherings For information about our meetings like home groups, bible studies for men and women, and more, please visit ascensionpc.org/calendar. Today: Aznoe Nursery Volunteers Next Sunday: Costa Refreshments Volunteers (Contact: Nicole Hamilton, neh.hamilton@gmail.com) Today: C. Boden Next Sunday: Wismer Worship at 10am Sundays SE 12th & Walnut, Hillsboro ascensionpc.org facebook.com/ascensionpc twitter.com/ascensionpc Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV ), copyright 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Printed songs are used by permission under CCLI license #11109756. (Please fill out this contact card, tear it off, and drop it in the offering.) Name(s) Email / Phone [ ] I am a visitor. [ ] I want to know more about being a Christian. [ ] I would like to get coffee with the Pastor. [ ] Please send me the email newsletter. [ ] Please use this info for the photo directory.