JULY 12, 2015 SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY 8:30 and 11:00 AM GATHERING OPENING SENTENCES VOLUNTARY Rhosymedre Ralph Vaughan Williams *CALL TO WORSHIP (8:30) Sandra Randleman (11:00) Adam DeVries Leader: What shall we render unto the Lord for all His benefits toward us? People: We will take the cup of salvation and call upon the name of the Lord! Leader: 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! *PROCESSIONAL HYMN 35 LOBE DEN HERREN Praise Ye the Lord, the Almighty WELCOME AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCIPLESHIP CALL TO CONFESSION (8:30) Sandra Randleman (11:00) Adam DeVries PRAYER OF CONFESSION Almighty and merciful God, we have erred and strayed from Your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against Your holy laws. We have left undone those things which we ought to have done; and we have done those things which we ought not to have done. O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare those who confess their faults. Restore those who are penitent, according to Your promises declared to the world in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O merciful God, for His sake, that we may live a holy, just, and humble life to the glory of Your holy name.
SILENT CONFESSION LORD, HAVE MERCY Kyrie Eleison ASSURANCE OF PARDON *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Gloria Patri Hymn 581 THE WORD AND SACRAMENT CHILDREN S TIME Children ages 4 and 5 are invited to Young Children and Worship in Room CW-110. PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Emily Martin 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. OLD TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE READING II Samuel 6:1-5,12-19, page 280 Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. NEW TESTAMENT SCRIPTURE READING Pastor: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. Emily Martin Ephesians 1:3-10, page 192 SERMON Knowing Who Really Matters RESPONSE OF THE PEOPLE *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Stuart Gordon The Apostles Creed Hymnal Page 35 OFFERTORY (8:30) Robert J. Powell How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place How lovely is Thy dwelling place, O Lord, how lovely is Thy dwelling to me! The tabernacles of Thy grace, O Lord, how pleasant Lord, they be! My thirsty soul longs ardently, yea, faints Thy courts to see; my very heart and flesh cry out, O God, O living God, for Thee. Behold, the sparrow findeth out, O Lord, behold, a house wherein to rest;
The swallow also for herself, O Lord, provided hath a nest. Ev n Thine own altars, where she safe her young ones forth may bring, O Thou almighty Lord, O Lord of hosts, Who art my God and King. O blest are they who dwell with Thee, they ever give Thee praise. O blest the man whose strength Thou art, O Lord, and in whose heart Thy ways. (11:00) Sanctus Charles Gounod Sanctus, Sanctus Dominus, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty, Sanctus, Sanctus, Deus Sabaoth, Holy, Holy, Lord God of Sabaoth pleni sunt coeli et terra, gloria tua, heaven and earth show Thy glory; Hosanna in excelsis. Amen. Hosanna in the highest. Amen. *PRESENTATION AND RESPONSE Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH *PRAYER OF DEDICATION SACRAMENT OF THE LORD S SUPPER INVITATION TO THE TABLE WORDS OF INSTITUTION SURSUM CORDA (Lift Up Your Hearts) PRAYER OF CONSECRATION AND THE LORD S PRAYER (debts) Hymnal Page 35 SERVING OF THE ELEMENTS Stuart Gordon 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 307 God of Grace and God of Glory CWM RHONDDA
*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. *CLOSING VOLUNTARY Hyfrydol Ralph Vaughan Williams * 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 Sandra Randleman, Associate Pastor for Congregational Care and Mission Raphael Bundage, Director of Music Nicholas Bergin, Organist Rhonda Swanson, Assistant Organist Keith Moore, Sanctuary Chorale Conductor Greg Thomas, Tenor Emily Martin, Summer Youth Intern 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 celebration of the marriage of Colby Alyson Tillman and Benjamin Kyle Moore and in loving memory of Dr. & Mrs. Ernest William Ogran, Jr., Mrs. Betty Ann Tillman, Mrs. Jean Edwards Hodges, Mrs. Janice Doralyn Moore, and in honor of Mark & Robbin Tillman, Norman & Peggy Moore, Mr. Elmo Tillman, Mr. & Mrs. Joe Hodges, and Mr. & Mrs. Everett Moore. FLOWERS in the narthex are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Susanne Warner Bass and in loving honor of James O. Bass on his 105th birthday today, by their family. SYMPATHY The First Presbyterian Church family extends sympathy to: Judy Thomas on the death of her husband, Marion Thomas, who died July 5. Sympathy to David Thomas.
Tony & Cindy Stanley on the death of Tony s father, William Earl Stanley, Jr., who died July 1. Sympathy to William & Caroline Stanley. If any member of the church desires the Christian support of a Stephen Minister, call Sandra Randleman (615-298-9502). Stephen Ministers are trained lay ministers of the church. 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 Nursery care for children six weeks to three years is available during 8:30 & 11:00 worship services and Sunday School from 9:45 10:45. Guests can visit the Children s Welcome Center for more information. 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 (615-383-1815). 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 Josh Rodriguez, new Director of Young Adults & High School Outreach, will teach tonight. Join us for the service and stay after for light refreshments and to meet Josh and his family! FALL SOCCER SIGN-UP The season begins the week of August 17 with practices, and the first game is August 29. Practices are for one hour, once a week. The fee is $110 per child, which includes the jersey and soccer socks. Questions? Contact Andrew (615-298-9526 or akelso@fpcnashville.org). CAREER TRANSITION NETWORK Tuesdays, 8:00 9:30 A.M. in the Bryant Conference Room. Contact Bill Kirby (billkirbyjr@gmail.com). AARP SMART DRIVING CLASS August 11 12; 9:00 A.M. 1:00 P.M., Vance Hall. $15 AARP members; $20 non-members. RSVP to Rachel Gresham (615-383-1815 or hospitalitycenter@fpcnashville.org). LOGOS CLASS: UNPACKING OUR MISSION STATEMENT Today, Associate Pastor Stuart Gordon will help participants to unpack our congregation s mission statement. The statement, To know Christ, to make him known, and to exhibit his love through worship, education and service, continues to resonate, especially as national surveys indicate a rise in the number of
people who claim no religious affiliation. The Logos Class meets in Stanford Chapel from 10:00 to 10:40 A.M., each Sunday. TONS OF LOVE RICE PACKING PROJECT ON JULY 19 Children and youth will pack ONE TON of rice into family-sized bags during the Sunday School hour in The Gathering Place. Adults whose class has taken a break for the summer are invited to join in this family-friendly, multi-generational service activity. FPC Mission Campers will pack another ton of rice on Thursday, July 23, if you have a conflict on Sunday and want to join in then. Rice packages will be donated to food pantries in rural Middle Tennessee. MISSIONS MINISTRY n Travel to Appalachia with New Creation Church October 8 11; home repair projects; cost is $130 plus meals on travel days and ground transportation costs; $50 deposit requested ASAP. Contact Ryan Powell of New Creation Church to sign up (615-713-9082 or ryanpowell521@gmail.com). CHILDREN S MINISTRY AND NURSERY All registrations are available on the Children s page of the website. n Summer Sunday School Through August 16, the PreK/Entering Kindergarten age meets in the Children s Ministry Wing and those entering 1st 6th grade (and their parents) meet in Grundy Hall. Parents, please sign up to lead, assist or host either group. Visit our website or Hospitality Desk to pick your date(s)! n Mission Camp Orientation Mission Campers and their parents, along with other volunteers, should plan to attend the Mission Camp Orientation in The Gathering Place lobby on July 19, from 9:45-10:45 A.M. n ME Mornings Summer Outings This summer, we have organized several outings for moms and their little ones to get together for fellowship and fun. On July 16, Alyson Dean will host a pool party at her home. For more information or to RSVP, visit childrens.fpcnashville.org/ the-nursery/me-mornings-a-mary-and-elizabeth-ministry/. n Early Preschool The FPC Early Preschool is still accepting applications for the 2015-16 school year for certain age groups, especially two-year-olds. Visit childrens.fpcnashville.org/preschool/tuition-and-fees/ or contact Brenda Lutz (615-298-9580) for more information. YOUTH MINISTRY n Sunday School Today Grades 7-12 will meet in The Gathering Place at 9:40 A.M. before separating into grade level classes. n Arts Camp, July 13 15 7th thru 12th graders will join Emily Martin, Anna Wheeler (615-298-9511) and our summer interns for creative week of art and worship. (1:00 5:00 P.M.) Cost is $30. n This Friday, July 17, the seventh graders will be meeting at Jumpstreet in Cool Springs at 2:30 P.M. Parent pick up is at 5:00 P.M. Parents must send a signed release form and $20 with their youth. Don t miss this great opportunity to get together as a class! n Next Sunday, July 19, all youth will help pack rice for hungry Tennesseans in The Gathering Place during the Sunday School hour. Join us for Tons of Love Sunday!
n Water Sports Camp, July 20 22 7th thru 12th graders will join Brandon Van Pernis (298-9524), 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 is $100. n Wednesday Night Festivus meets in The Gathering Place through July 29, from 6:30 8:00 P.M. $5 for dinner. n Sign up for summer youth camps, visit youth.fpcnashville.org. Questions? Contact 615-298-9570 or youth@fpcnashville.org. YOUNG ADULT & COLLEGE ANNOUNCEMENTS n Young Adult Small Group Led by Lipscomb and Rachel Davis. We ve officially taken a break for the summer but are getting together for dinner every other week. Email Lipscomb for more information (lipscomb88@gmail.com). n College Bible Study Scott Hearon meets tonight in Vance Hall following The Five Thirty. Questions? Contact Scott (shearon@fpcnashville.org). n Summer College Sunday School will join the Young Adult Sunday School class in the Administrative Staff Break Room. n Sunday School Classes (meet at 9:45 A.M.) Young Adult Sunday School and Foundations Class These two classes are combining for the summer in the Administrative Staff Break Room. Friends in Faith For adults in their 30s and early 40s (L-205). For more information about College Ministry, email Linda Morphis (lmorphis@fpcnashville.org). For more information about Young Adult Ministry, email Ashley Higgins (ahiggins@fpcnashville.org). The Mission of First Presbyterian Church To know Christ, to make Him known, and to exhibit His love through worship, education, and service.
NOTES 4815 Franklin Pike, Nashville, TN 37220 (615) 383-1815 www.fpcnashville.org