First Baptist Church August 12, 2018 And be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just God in Christ also has forgiven you. Ephesians 4: 32
The Body of Christ Gathers in Worship & Praise Sunday, August 12, 2018 10:55: Please take time to greet one another, warmly welcoming visitors in the name of Christ. Lord God, we confess that we have each of us grieved the Holy Spirit. We are truly sorry. Remake us, Lord, again into your image, for we choose to imitate you, for your ways are kindness, tenderness, forgiveness. We choose to live in love as beloved children forgiven and free, through what Christ has done for us. Alleluia! Welcome Rev. Jay Meadows Prelude Steve Hunter, organ Invocation Rev. Meadows Call to Worship Lily Morris, Congregation Did you hear about Christ? Yes, we heard of the truth that is in Jesus. Were you taught how to live? Yes, we were taught to turn away from old habits and lies. Do you want to be remade? Yes, we want to be more like God, we want to know what is right and do what is right. Will you live a life of love? Yes, we refuse to grumble or gossip, we won t be catty or harsh. We will be kind and caring, as best we can. We will forgive, as we have been forgiven. Will you copy Christ? Yes, because he loved us first and gave himself up for us. Hymn 307 All Creatures of Our God and King LASST UNS ERFREUEN Children s Moment Becky Keesler Following the children s moment, children ages five through first grade should meet their leaders at the door by the organ to proceed to Kids Korner.
Pastoral Prayer Rev. Jay Meadows Hymn 490 Take My Life, and Let It Be Consecrated HENDON Offertory Prayer Resa Brewington Offertory Organist Doxology Congregation Glory to God, whose goodness shines on me, And to the Son, whose grace has pardoned me, And to the Spirit, whose love has set me free, As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, Amen. World without end, without end, Amen. World without end, without end, Amen. World without end, without end, Amen. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, Amen. Scripture Ephesians 4:25-32 Rev. Meadows Pew Bible page 1392 Anthem A Living Sacrifice Chancel Choir Cindy Berry What shall I bring to the Lord? What shall I offer Him? Shall I come before Him with burnt off rings in atonement for my sins? Shall I bring my treasures to lay at His feet? Shall I offer them up in the flame? What sacrifice will please the Lord, and bring glory to his name? He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you, But to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God? What does the Lord require? What is a pleasing sacrifice, but to act justly, to love mercy, And to walk humbly, walk humbly with your God? So let my life be guided by Your love; Let my heart be fixed on things above.
May all that I do bring glory to You, my God and King. Let me walk by faith and not by sight; May I reflect Your glorious light, always striving to obey Worthy in ev ry way. May I be a living sacrifice, I pray. He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you, But to act justly, to love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God, with your God. Sermon Can Someone Take Out the Trash? Rev. Meadows Hymn 660 O Master, Let Me Walk With Thee MARYTON Benediction Rev. Meadows Postlude Organist We are delighted that you have chosen to join us in worship today. It is our sincere hope and prayer that you will know the saving presence, power, love and authority of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and that you will leave encouraged and spiritually refreshed. A Living Sacrifice music by Cindy Berry 1994, GlorySound All rights reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense #A-714874 Church Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am 4pm Friday: 8:00-12:00 Staff Meeting Tuesday 9:30-10:30 Telephone.336.786.5185 Fax.336.789.3982 Church Staff: Rev. Jay Meadows: Senior Pastor jay@fbcmountairy.org Cheryl Hicks: Interim Minister of Music cheryl@fbcmountairy.org Marie Hauser: Accompanist love2worship4@gmail.com Steve Hunter: Organist piano8888@surry.net Kim Gough: Financial Secretary kim@fbcmountairy.org Jeanette Jordan: Secretary jeanette@fbcmountairy.org
*****BULLETIN BOARD****** *********************** Special Called Business Meeting Sunday, August 12, 11:00AM To vote on a recommendation from the Finance Committee and Church Council to sell to the city of Mount Airy a piece of property that was donated to the church. Please contact a member of the Finance Committee if you have any questions regarding this recommendation. To approve the 2018-2019 Nominating Report CHURCH COMMITTEE ORIENTATION Wednesday, August 29, 6:30pm, Fellowship Hall Everyone who has agreed to serve on a church committee for 2018-2019 church year is expected to attend an initial planning meeting. Please mark your calendar and make this a priority. No meal will be served. 2019 Offering Envelopes It s time to order our 2019 Offering Envelopes! Please contact the church office if you want to add, delete, or make address changes for next year s envelopes. We will place the order August 15th, so please contact us ASAP! Addresses Needed for College Students Our Sunday School classes and missions groups send out care packages at exam time, and we don t want to overlook any-one. We d like to have this information by August 15. Blue Ridge CareNet Counseling invites you to join them at our safe Mobile Shredding Event CareNet is sponsoring a paper shred event beside Homeway Furniture, at the corner of W. Lebanon Street. Donations are Tax Deductible, and there will be a Bingo Fundraiser at Central Methodist, 6:00pm-8:30pm. September 2: September 9: Catch The Excitement on Sundays 9:15am- Coffee Fellowship continues in the Fireside Room 9:45am- Sunday School 10:30am- Youth and Children go to new classes 8:45am- Sunday School Breakfast for all FH SOUP-ER SEPTEMBER Starting Wednesday, September 5, 5:15 Come and be a part of something SOUP-ER Spectacular for all age groups in the FBC community. Church Family Fellowship Meal, Bible Study for Adults, Music, and Mission Time for Kids Look in next week s Announcer for more details! *Senior Fellowship Gathering-Monday, August 27*
The flowers in the sanctuary are given in loving memory of Tom Hart on his birthday by his family. Ministry for Sunday: Rev. Jay Meadows Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32 Sunday School Greeters: Benny & Diane Robinson Deacon Greeters: Jeffrey Ellis & Shirley Brinkley Babies: Kelly Fussell & Lisa York Toddlers: Paula Brinkley & Maggie Nicholson Preschoolers: Gregg Martin & Linda Hiatt Kid s Korner: Lesa Hensley & Meredith Hensley Children s Sermon: Becky Keesler Sound: Benny & Gina Brannock, Wes Parker The Week Ahead SUNDAY, August 12 9:00am Prayer Time-Prayer Room 9:15am Coffee Fellowship-Fireside Room 9:45am Sunday School 11:00am **The Church at Worship & Praise 12:00pm Mary Rowe WMU TUESDAY, August 14 7:00am Baptist Men s Breakfast Olympia 7:00pm Wilson-Wyatt Mission Group-Carol Dunning WEDNESDAY, August 15 12:00pm Bible Study THURSDAY, August 16 5:30pm Feeding Friends Meal 7:00pm *Boy Scouts Scout Hut SUNDAY, August 19 9:00am Prayer Time-Prayer Room 9:15am Coffee Fellowship-Fireside Room 9:45am Sunday School 11:00am **The Church at Worship & Praise *Community Ministry **Hearing Assists / Valet Parking available upon request. Wheelchair spaces are available in the sanctuary for the convenience of those who need to stay in their chairs.