FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH A Place To Belong Sunday, July 14 th, 2013 10:00 a.m. In the Heart of Saskatchewan s Capital City www.firstbaptistregina.ca
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Welcome in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. If you are visitor or newcomer, here is some helpful, basic information: Bibles (blue cover) and hymnbooks (brown cover) are provided for your use. A nursery is available in the lower hall for infants and toddlers. Washrooms are also located in the lower hall. If you wish to have a cushion or hard of hearing headset, please speak to one of the ushers who will be happy to obtain these items for you. We invite you to complete one of the blue Visitor Cards in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate toward the end of the worship service. This will help us get to know you better! Please silence cell phones, pagers and other electronics. Speak softly, move slowly and allow each one present to listen for God s voice. Many people have allergies to fragrances and perfumes, so we try to keep our church a scent-free zone in consideration of the health and wellbeing of others! Thank you! You are about to meet with the Almighty God, Creator of all things! We strongly encourage you to prepare for this meeting. Take a few moments to be silent. Read and reflect on the Scripture lessons listed in the service bulletin. Pray for God s blessing, presence and guidance and for right understanding of God s Word to us the Bible. Perhaps this prayer may help you begin your preparation today: All knowing God, Our Father, as You moved in the lives of Elijah and Elisha, by Your Holy Spirit, move in our lives, inviting us to speak Your prophetic word in a world that does not want to hear. Empowered by the Spirit, grant us the courage we need to journey, trust, listen, speak and accept Your commission to be Your faithful servant people. We ask in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen Ushers: Gordon Magel (Head Usher) Greeters: Sanctuary: James Frost Rick Roland Balcony: L. Hartt & D. Tabio Diane Zimmer Elevator: Pat & Oscar Rivera AV Ministry: S.Carbno/M. Fuller/M.Field Service of Worship Sunday, July 14 th, 2013 Eighth Sunday After Pentecost, 10:00 a.m. *Indicates congregation is invited to stand as able* 1
THE GATHERING OF GOD S PEOPLE Music for Gathering Becky Nelson *The Introit Christian People Sing Together Congregation (Tune: Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee) Christian people, sing together, all united in one voice. Though we come from many cultures, yet in Christ we all rejoice. In our daily lives we re scattered, searching God in various ways. Now in worship we re united, giving Him our thanks and praise. Welcome Reflective Moment THE APPROACH: THE PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD Call to Worship Prayer of Invocation or the Collect Joel Russell-MacLean *Hymn of Praise All Hail the Power of Jesus Name (vs. 1, 2) #96 (The children will proceed to the front of the church during this hymn.) Children s Blessing Joel Russell-MacLean Hymn of Praise All Hail the Power of Jesus Name (vs. 3, 4) #96 (The children will proceed to the lower hall for their own worship service.) Gift of Music Karen Martin Call to Confession Prayer of Confession Assurance of Pardon Gift of Music CONFESSION OF SIN THE WORD OF GOD READ Old Testament Lesson: 2 Kings 5 (O.T. pg. 336) Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 96:10-13 Leader: Congregation: Leader: Karen Martin Hilary Ryan Say among the nations, The Lord is king! The world is firmly established; it shall never be moved. He will judge the peoples with equity. 2
Congregation: Leader All: Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice; let the sea roar, and all that fills it;; let the field exult, and everything in it. Then shall all the trees of the forest sing for joy before the Lord; for he is coming, for he is coming to judge the earth He will judge the world with righteousness and the peoples with His truth. *Gloria Patri #623 Congregation Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen. The Epistle: Hebrews 1:1-2 (N.T. pg. 218) The Gospel: Luke 6:27-36 (N.T. pg. 64) Reader: This is the word of the Lord! People: Thanks be to God! Hilary Ryan 3 THE WORD OF GOD PROCLAIMED *Hymn of Preparation Brethren, We Have Met to Worship #585 Sermon Naaman s Knotted Knickers RESPONSE TO THE WORD AND RETURN TO THE WORLD *Hymn of Response God has Spoken by His Prophets Tune: Austria Lyrics: vs. 1, 2 George Briggs vs. 3 revised, M. McKim God has spoken by His prophets Spoken His unchanging Word Each from age to age proclaiming God The One, the righteous Lord. In the world s despair and turmoil One firm anchor holds us fast
God is king, His throne eternal God the first, and God the last God has spoken by Christ Jesus Christ, the everlasting Son Brightness of the Father s glory With the Father ever one Spoken by the Word Incarnate God of God, before time was Light of light, to earth descending He reveals our God to us. God is speaking by the Spirit, Speaking to our hearts again, In the age-long word declaring God s own message, now as then. Through the rise and fall of nations One sure faith is standing fast: God abides, the Word unchanging, God the first and God the last. Congregational Life and Ministry Call to Prayer Prayers of the People The Lord s Prayer 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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. Our Gifts & Offerings Becky Nelson *Response Of Praise Give Thanks Congregation (Give thanks with a grateful heart; give thanks to the Holy One; Give thanks because He s given Jesus Christ, His Son.) (x2) (And now let the weak say I am strong, let the poor say I am rich, Because of what the Lord has done for us.) (2x) Give thanks! Give thanks! 4
Benediction *Choral Benediction Freely, Freely #447 Music For Departing Becky Nelson July 7 th, 2013 Worship Attendance Morning Worship Service 195 Our Christian sympathy and prayers go to the family and friends of Vesta Pickel, who passed away July 3, 2013. It is with our deepest sympathy we express our love to the family of Lena Phillips in her passing earlier this week. Her funeral was held Friday, July 12, 2013. Do you know of any summer jobs available? The Karen youth are looking for work of any kind (manual labour, etc.) for the next 6-8 weeks. Please contact Rev. Zabiak if you can help. Camp Sponsorship Every summer many children and teens head off to Katepwa Lake Camp to grow in skills, relationships and faith. Each year, our church has raised money to help with the cost as it is prohibitive for some families. Last year we sponsored 7 youth. If you are interested in helping, please speak with Joel Russell-MacLean or Wayne Wyatt. Patio parties at first July 14 th, 6:30 p.m. August 11 th, 6:30 p.m. Barb Ziolkowski & Tom Chen Barb Ziolkowski & Tom Chen 3320 Valleygreen Way 3320 Valleygreen Way July 21 st, 6:30 p.m. Jim & Loreen Frost Barry & Heather Holtslander (hosts) 22 Massig Bay 5 August 18 th, 6:30 p.m. Kevin & Julie Rich 5955 Hague Crescent
We have a big backyard EVERYONE is welcome August 25 th, 6:30 p.m. Devin & Joan Seghers, Mavis & Jim Olesen 127 Quincy Drive Directions to Barb Ziolkowski and Tom Chen s Patio Party We are on the east side in Greens on Gardiner. When you are coming north or south on Woodland Grove Drive, turn on Green Pine Gate to the dead end (2 blocks), left to the next dead end then right and then right again on Valley Green Way Hosted by At the home of David & Marilyn Hedlund 4214 Wascana Ridge Sunday, August 4th, 5:00 p.m. Please bring a lawn chair and an appetite. Hamburgers, hotdogs, drinks and dessert will be provided. A donation to cover the cost will be gratefully received. Please sign up below to let us know you re coming. Bring a friend, and come for the food, fun, and fellowship! Please tear off and place on offering plate I ll be there! NAME: Total Number Attending: 6
MON.-FRI. 9:00 A.M-4:00 P.M. RODS CHILDREN S DAY CAMP LOWER HALL WEDNESDAY 8:00 A.M. PRAYER BREAKFAST LOWER HALL SUNDAY 10:00 A.M. MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE SANCTUARY 2:00 P.M. AFTERNOON WORSHIP SERVICE SANCTUARY Anyone requesting prayer by FBC s PRAYER CHAIN for himself or herself, a loved one or a friend, please contact Pearl Bretz (prayer chain coordinator) 757-3176 with the information. If anyone is ill and wishes to have ministers and/or deacons come and pray for healing and/or anoint with oil (James 5:14), you may make arrangements for such by contacting Annabel Robinson 761-1458 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF Rev. Dr. Mark G. McKim, Sr. Minister (ext 22) Rev. Dr. George Baxter, Minister Emeritus Rev. John Nelson Jr., Assoc. Minister (ext 29) George McKenzie, Custodian Rev. Joel Russell-MacLean, Assoc. Minister (ext 25) Dr. Mark Anderson, Organist Krista Johnstone, Financial Administrator (ext 26) Christa Walsh, Pianist Erin Angus, Administrative Assistant (ext 0) DIACONATE/TRUSTEES Annabel Robinson Chair Martha Pauls Member Murray Wolfe Secretary John Hillmer Member Derrick Bellows Treasurer Heather Holtslander Member Mavis Olesen Member Erwin Ziolkowski Honourary Esther Wiens Member FIRST KAREN BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF Rev. Zabiak Cung Biaka (ext 32) Rev. Eh Tha Wah (ext 32) Pastor Pusay Ly (ext 32) OUR MINISTRY PARTNERSHIPS Youth For Christ (James Clifford) 347-1900 Katepwa Lake Camp (Rev. Walter Willford) 525-2256 First Baptist Place 359-0859 CONTACT First Baptist Church 306-359-1450 2241 Victoria Avenue, Regina SK, S4P 0S4 First Baptist Church Fax Number 306-352-3338 E-mail: main_fbcregina@sasktel.net www.firstbaptistregina.ca OFFICE HOURS Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Friday Closed 7