Prayer is the primary work of God’s people. It is a vital connection to God where we can hear from, listen to, and respond to the Lord. Here are some ways you can pray this week...

Strength: Bruce Tilton, Carol LoweryHealing: Marian Davis, Chuck Marshall, Patti Fowler, Ken Stewart, Jim Lacy, Don Klosterman, Elaine Stevens, Doris Marsh, Mary Shute, Susan Neuharth, Rick Nys, John Warne, Jim Mercer.Comfort: For Nancy McClelland and family in the death of Jerry McClelland on January 17. A memorial service will be held at Lake Grove on February 5 at 11 AM. For Nancy Moore and family in the death of her mother, Gloria Wetmore, on January 15.Upcoming Surgery: Irene Tegeler, January 29.

MissionPartnersZambia: Pray for the World Vision staff and their ongoing work to help Sinazongwe help itself; also for their health, and joy in their service.

Lake Oswego Transitional Shelter Ministry: Pray for the homeless mothers and children that we serve through LOTSM, that they will become self-sufficient and successful in living on their own.

To submit a prayer request, write it on a Prayer Card found in the pews and drop it in the box in the Narthex, call the church office, email prayer@lakegrovepres.org, or submit online at lakegrovepres.org.

Prayer hour... Meet in Pastor Robin's office for an hour of prayer on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM or Sundays at 8 AM.

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Today's Worship Service

Prelude Introductory Voluntary by Francis LinleyThe Church Alive

*Hymn 65 Guide Me, Oh Thou Great Jehovah*Prayer of Adoration

Prayer of Confession

Prayer of Illumination

Scripture Reading Revelation 21:1-5 NRSV

Sermon Your Story Told Rightly Pastor Mark McIlraith

Serving in WorshipPreaching Pastor: Pastor Mark McIlraithAssisting: Pastor Robin Garvin (9:30); Pastor Graig Flach (11:00)Musicians: Peace Choir, directed by Mary Ann Foy; Jeff Wood, organ, piano; Renée Dugan, piano.

Gracious God,You are our glorious King, and we celebrate that one day we will see you. Even so, we often live in rebellion against your kingdom. We say you are our Lord, and yet we follow our own ways. In your mercy, turn our eyes from those things that pull us from your loving care. Forgive us for acting in ways that deny you are our true king. Help us see the goodness and joy of living as citizens of your kingdom. Transform us to be people who better reflect your glorious kingdom to a needy world.

(Silence for Personal Confession)

* = please stand as you are able

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*Prayer of Dedication

Prayer of God’s People & the Lord's Prayer The Offering*DoxologyPraise 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.

Offertory The Day Is Coming

Give Thanks to God

Proclaim God’s Word

Draw Near to God

Postlude Voluntary by William SelbyPlease join us in Fellowship Hall after the service for coffee and conversation.

*Benediction

Go In God's Name*Hymn 372 O For A World

*Passing of the PeaceOne: The peace of Christ be with you.All: And also with you. Share Christ’s peace with one another.

Soon and very soon, we are going to see the King;Hallelujah! Hallelujah! We're going to see the King.No more crying there, we are going to see the King;Hallelujah! Hallelujah! We're going to see the King! Hallelujah! Hallelujah!Should there should be any rivers we must cross, Should there be any mountains we must climb God will supply all the strength that we need, Give us strength 'til we reach the other side.We have come from ev'ry nation, God knows each of us by name;Jesus took His blood and washed our sins away.Yes, there are some of us who have laid down our lives, But we all shall meet again on the other side.No more dyin' there, we are going to see the King;Hallelujah! Hallelujah! We're going to see the King!Hallelujah! Soon and very soon, we are going to see the King!Hallelujah! Hallelujah! We're going to see the, we'll see the King!Music by Andrae Crouch. Arr. by John Helgen ©1976 CCLI #207039

*Call to Worship One: All you who wander, come find a home.All: Our God is in this place.One: All you who are fearful, come find peace.All: The Spirit of comfort is here.One: All you who are lost, come and be found.All: The Lord Christ welcomes us.One: Our gracious God guides us and cares for us.All: Let’s worship God! Amen!

The day is coming, the Lord will move with the hand of justice and the heart of love.The will of heaven on this earth be done; the day is coming, oh, let it come.A barren wasteland we must reclaim, with hearts for bearing each other's pain.Give us the courage to make a place to plant tomorrow's seeds of peace.The day is coming, the Lord will move, with the hand of justice and the heart of love.The will of heaven on this earth be done, the day is coming, oh, let it come.Oh, let it come.Music by Mark A. Miller, words by Laurie Zelman ©2017 CCLI #207039

*Assurance of Pardon*Response To God Be the GloryPraise the Lord, praise the Lord; let the earth hear his voice!Praise the Lord, praise the Lord; let the people rejoice!O come to the Father through Jesus the son,And give him the glory: great things he has done!

Anthem Soon And Very Soon

Commissioning of the Bangladesh Vision Team

Sacrament of Baptism(9:30) Being baptised today are Anders Evershed (age 8) and Elliott Davis (age 4), sons of Trevor and Meghann Dryer.

1 Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth; for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. 2 And I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 3 And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “See, the home of God is among mortals. He will dwell with them; they will be his peoples, and God himself will be with them; 4 he will wipe every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; mourning and crying and pain will be no more, for the first things have passed away.” 5 And the one who was seated on the throne said, “See, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

The lands in longing call out your name;The tongues are diff'rent, the prayer the same.With humble spirits can we believe that God is bigger than we conceive?The day is coming, the Lord will move with the hand of justice and the heart of love.The will of heaven on this earth be done; the day is coming, oh, let it come.With willing spirits, Lord, let us dare to kneel with strangers and join in prayer.Hope that heals, the law of love your word reveals.

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DEACON'S PANTRY - Thank you for supporting this important ministry. This week we need chicken broth, pasta, toilet paper and paper towels. We only provide unexpired foods to needy families in our community. Other items are discarded. Thank you in advance for checking the expiration dates.

JANUARY 27 9:30 + 11 AM|

This Week27 January

Bangladesh Commissioning - at all services. Bangladesh Vision Trip departs Feb. 6-17. Follow the team’s blog: http://lakegrovepres.org/our-blog

27 January

Blood Pressure Screening - 9 to 9:30 & 10:30 to 11 AM, front desk, free blood pressure screening by our Parish Nurse, Mary Gilbert.

2February

PrimeTime - Metropolitan Opera: Carmen. Bridgeport Theater. Carpool leaves LGPC at 9 AM.$30 per person. RSVP to Joyce Cox at (503) 699-9315 or sign up in Fellowship Hall.

Upcoming 8February

Date Night - Nicoletta's Table. 5:30 to 8:30 PM, $30 per couple, includes meal for two. Childcare costs $10 for one child or $15 for two or more children. RSVP by Feb. 6. Register online or in Fellowship Hall.

8February

Call For Nominations - Nominations for elders/trustees/deacons due to luyocky@gmail.com.

8February

45ers Scavenger Hunt & Service Project - 6 to 8:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. Fourth and fifth graders, join us for an evening of fun as we seek clues and help others. Dinner included. RSVP by Feb. 6 to kids@lakegrovepres.org.

24February

Lake Grove Kids Concert 2.0 - 2 PM. Church Mouse’s World Tour. Pam Mahon returns to her role as Church Mouse for this global musical adventure.