Order of Worship Sunday, May 8, 2016
Welcome Prepare Your Hearts Call to Worship Leader: Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD and against his Anointed, saying, “Let us burst their bonds apart and cast away their cords from us.” People: He who sits in the heavens laughs; the Lord holds them in derision. Then he will speak to them in his wrath, and terrify them in his fury, saying, “As for me, I have set my King on Zion, my holy hill.” Leader: I will tell of the decree: The LORD said to me, “You are my Son; today I have begotten you. Ask of me, and I will make the nations your heritage, and the ends of the earth your possession. You shall break them with a rod of iron and dash them in pieces like a potter's vessel.” People: Now therefore, O kings, be wise; be warned, O rulers of the earth. Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling. Kiss the Son, lest he be angry, and you perish in the way, for his wrath is quickly kindled. Blessed are all who take refuge in him. Psalm 2
Prayer of Adoration We worship God through singing not only because God commands it but also because he delights in it, and as we do so his truth is driven deeper into our hearts.
Worship through Music Confession of Sin – Elder Charlie Gault Leader: You have commanded us to clothe ourselves with humility toward one another, for you oppose the proud but give grace to the humble. Forgive us our pride. People: You have commanded us to cast all our anxieties on you, because you care for us. Forgive us for doubting your goodness. Liturgy continues on next page 1
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You have commanded us to be sober-minded and watchful, for our adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. People: We are to resist him, standing firm in our faith. Forgive us for our presumption. (Silent confession of sin.) Assurance of God’s Forgiveness Leader: Come now, let us reason together, says the LORD: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool. People: We praise you, the God of all grace, for you have called us to your eternal glory in Christ. Restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish us. To you be the dominion forever and ever. Amen. Based on 1 Peter 5:5-11 and Isaiah 1:18
Congregational Prayer – Elder Charlie Gault Worship through Music Worship through Giving – Deacon Bob Adams If you are visiting with us, please do not feel any obligation to give. Children may be taken to Preschoolers’ Worship (ages 3-5) or Primary Worship (Kindergarten - 1st grade) at this time. Worship through the Word Proclaimed – Pastor Marc Swan Text: Revelation 2:18-29 Series: Revelation: Christ’s Letters to His Church Title: The Church That Was On the Right Side Of History Worship through Communion Grace Church welcomes all baptized Christians who forsake their sin, trust in Jesus Christ alone for salvation, and fellowship with congregations that proclaim the gospel to receive Communion with us.
Profession of Faith Leader: I will not fear, for you are with me; I will not be dismayed, for you are my God. You will strengthen me and help me; you will uphold me with your righteous right hand. People: For you are the LORD my God, who takes hold of my right hand and says to me, “Do not fear; I will help you. Leader: This I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: the steadfast love of the Lord never ceases People: His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
2 From Isaiah 41 and Lamentations 3
Worship through Music Benediction Doxology Announcements
Revelation 2:18-29 18
“And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write: ‘The words of the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and whose feet are like burnished bronze. 19 “‘I know your works, your love and faith and service and patient endurance, and that your latter works exceed the first. 20 But I have this against you, that you tolerate that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess and is teaching and seducing my servants to practice sexual immorality and to eat food sacrificed to idols. 21 I gave her time to repent, but she refuses to repent of her sexual immorality. 22 Behold, I will throw her onto a sickbed, and those who commit adultery with her I will throw into great tribulation, unless they repent of her works, 23 and I will strike her children dead. And all the churches will know that I am he who searches mind and heart, and I will give to each of you according to your works. 24 But to the rest of you in Thyatira, who do not hold this teaching, who have not learned what some call the deep things of Satan, to you I say, I do not lay on you any other burden. 25 Only hold fast what you have until I come. 26 The one who conquers and who keeps my works until the end, to him I will give authority over the nations, 27 and he will rule them with a rod of iron, as when earthen pots are broken in pieces, even as I myself have received authority from my Father. 28 And I will give him the morning star. 29 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.’ ESV Reader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God!
Communion Prayers A Prayer for Those Communing Lord Jesus, grant that I may see in You the fulfillment of all my need and may turn from every false satisfaction to feed on You, the true and living bread. Enable me to lay aside the sin that clings so closely and to run with perseverance the race set before me, looking to You the pioneer and perfecter of my faith. Amen.
A Prayer for Those Not Communing Prayer for Those Searching for Truth: Lord Jesus, You claim to be the way, the truth, and the life. Grant that I might be undaunted by the cost of following You as I consider the reasons for doing so. If what you claim is true, please guide me, teach me, and open me to the reality of who You are. Give me an understanding of You that is coherent, convincing, 3 and that leads to the life You promise. Amen.
Sermon Notes
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Missionary Moment Please pray for the missionaries we support and for the work God is doing throughout Rochester and the world!
Several of our missionaries are in places of persecution and turmoil. For that reason, and at their request, not all of our Missionary Moments will be posted to the internet.
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Growth Groups If you’re looking to grow in grace, build friendships, and use the gifts God has given you to serve others, consider joining one of our Growth Groups. Growth Groups are small communities of people who study, pray, and fellowship together to go deeper in heart-understanding and life application of the gospel. Please see the calendar for up-to-date information on the summer schedules for these groups. SUNDAYS at 6:30pm Location: Fellowship Room Topic: TBA Contact: Charlie & Marcia Gault - 3779265 /
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WEDNESDAYS at 7pm Location: Fellowship Room Topic: Revelation: The Triumph of Christ Contact: Leon France - 544-0289 /
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SUNDAYS at 7pm Location: Swan’s home (47 Leonard Crescent; Penfield) Topic: Revelation Contact: Marc & Wendy Swan
[email protected] / 764-3784
THURSDAYS at 7pm Location: Fellowship Room Topic: Psalms - Prayers of the Heart Contact: Carl & George-Ann Schauffele 594-4103 /
[email protected] THURSDAYS at 7:15pm Location: Various homes within group Topic: Know the Creeds and Councils Contact: Alex & Katy Trygstad
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MONDAYS at 7pm Location: Various homes within group Topic: Pilgrim’s Progress Contact: Robin & Joan Lambert - 216-9773 or Peter & Chris Mason - 872-6432
Grace Church Finances Budgeted Giving Actual Giving Budgeted Expenses Actual Expenses Helping Grace to Blossom
March 25,475 25,612 26,230 26,288 6,892
Fiscal YTD 305,702 279,754 304,947 294,798 180,116 6
Balance
264,707
Announcements 1. Please join us for coffee in the Fellowship Room after the service! 2. Join us next Sunday, May 15, at 6pm for the Installation Service of Chris Holdridge. 3. We still need a few more helpers to be able to have Primary Worship every Sunday. Helpers serve once/month. Please contact Carl Schauffele or Katy Trygstad in the church office for more info. 4. Exploring Grace Seminar is offered for anyone who desires to learn more about the history, mission, vision, and doctrine of Grace Church. It is required for anyone wishing to join the church. Saturday, May 14, from 9am-2pm (lunch is provided) at the church. RSVP by tomorrow, May 9, to
[email protected] or 445-8225. 5. If you are interested in getting more information or volunteering for 441 Summer Meals Program please contact Erica Schiller at
[email protected] or 738-−6273. 6. Save the Date: The annual CompassCare Walk for Life will be held on Sat., May 21 at the Bowl at Highland Park at 10am. More info: www.walk.compasscare.info, on Facebook, or talk with Peter or Chris Mason. Registration forms available at church in May. 7. If you’d like to request prayer or be added to the prayer distribution list, please email
[email protected] 8. Looking for a plan to read the Bible in a year? Visit www.onegreatstory.com. A good book to help you better understand theology is Concise Theology by J. I. Packer. 9. Rochester Christian School is hiring for a half-day kindergarten position and a part-time band, chorus, and general music instructor, both beginning in September. Interested candidates my contact RCS at 671-7910.
Serving Today Nursery: Janice Allnatt, Mike and Leela Legare, Naomi and Keona McMullen Next Week: (5-15-16) Sandy and Andy Eckert, Treva Buckert, Cora Fletcher Preschoolers’ Worship: Carl Schauffele, Rich Kennedy, Christine Adams Next Week: (5-15-16) Jen Adams, Licemee Mbama Primary Worship: Jared Yeoman, Jacob Swan Next Week: (5-15-16) Luba Mason, Emily Hall Music Team: Cheri, Tony, Alex, Wendy; PP: Licemee; S: Dakota Next Week: (5-15-16) Keiko, Janet, Tony, Michaela; PP: Jacob; S: Bob Greeters: Marcia Gault, Dale and Shelley Kriewall Next Week: (5-15-16) John and Shelley Fischer, George Beinetti Scripture Reader: Chris Mason Next Week: (5-15-16) Daniel Dutton Communion Preparation: Jared Yeoman Next Week: (5-15-16) Carl and Becky Leidig Coffee Hour: Rod and Judy Graham, BG: Linda Schiffhauer and Cheryl Day Next Week: (5-15-16) Cheryl Lindahl, Luba Mason; BG: Janice Cajiga 7
Calendar Week of May 8 - 15, 2016 Today, May 8th 9:15 am Sunday School for all ages. 10:30 am Grace Worship Service 3:30 pm A time of worship, song, and friendship at Hill Haven Nursing Home. Grace visitors are always welcome and appreciated. Monday, May 9th 7:00 pm Growth Group; Contact: Peter/Chris Mason; Robin/Joan Lambert* Tuesday, May 10th 7:00 pm Session Meeting Wednesday, May 11th 7:00 pm Growth Group; Contact: Leon/Cheri France; Jerry/Roberta Smith* Thursday, May 12th 9:00 am Men’s Group at the church 7:00 pm Growth Group; Contact: Carl Schauffele* 7:00 pm Growth Group; Contact: Alex/Katy Trygstad* Friday, May 13th Saturday, May 14th 9:00 am Exploring Grace Seminar Sunday, May 15th 9:15 am Sunday School for all ages 10:30 am Grace Worship Service 3:30 pm Nursing Home Ministry at Hill Haven Nursing Home 6:00 pm Installation Service for Chris Holdridge *Contact and study information for Growth Groups is found on the previous page.
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