Worship ServicesOctober 8, 20178:30 and 11 a.m.

6:30 p.m.

Welcome

Flowers The sanctuary flowers are given today to the glory of God from

the wedding of Sarah Clark and Matthew Henderson.

The King’s Brass Tim Zimmerman, director

To Our Guests,We especially welcome you today! More information about our church is available on ourwebsite at firstpresaugusta.org. You can also visit our welcome desk in the Welcome Center,located directly behind the sanctuary.

Spiritual CareIf you would like to speak to someone about what it means to know Jesus Christ or you have any spiritual need or question, please use one of the prayer cards in the pew rack to contact one of our pastors. Our church elders are also available to speak with you. An elder and his wife will be standing next to the pastor following the service to talk or pray with you.

Children’s Check-inWe are committed to the highest level of protection possible for the children placed in ourcare on Sundays and at all church events. For this reason, we require parents of newbornsthrough fifth grade children to check in their children before they go to the nursery, SundaySchool, Catechism, Children’s Church or any other children’s activity. Kiosks are available inthe Narthex and in the Children’s Lobby. The process is quick and easy, and volunteers areavailable to assist you.

Children’s WorshipWe offer a specially designed program for children in pre-K through fourth grade during themorning services. Leaders will escort children from the sanctuary to their classrooms duringthe hymn of preparation. Parents are welcome to accompany them to observe where to pickthem up after the service. Children in pre-K through second grade remain in their classroomsuntil they are picked up by a parent.

Nursery Nurseries are provided for infants and toddlers during the worship services and SundaySchool. We provide a Mother/Infant Room (room 160) located in the Ebenezer Buildingbehind the sanctuary, and the Geneva Room is designated as a cry room for parents withfussy children. Both rooms are equipped with live video feed of the worship services. Ushersare available to direct you.

Additional Seating Please see ushers for additional overflow seating.

As stewards of God’s resources, we try not to print an excess of bulletins.We invite you to bring this bulletin with you when you return for the evening service.

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The Morning Services

The Meditation—The Lord Is My Shepherd .................................. Thomas Matthews

Theme: The Lord Is My Shepherd

The Prelude—Trumpet Tune ............................................................. Frederick Swann

†The Call to Worship .............................................................. from Psalm 122 and 123I rejoiced with those who said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.” We lift up our eyes to you, to you whose throne is in heaven. As the eyes of slaves look to the hand of their master and the eyes of a maid look to the hand of her mistress, so our eyes look to the Lord our God, till he shows us his mercy.

The Lord be with you.And with your spirit.Let us worship God!

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow meAll the days of my life,And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever!

Women’s Choir

Words: Psalm 23 | Music: Thomas Matthews | ©1956 H.T. FitzSimons Co.

*Welcome and Announcements ......................................................... Rev. John Franks

* Ushers may seat worshipers at this time. † Indicates the congregation standing.

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*†The Hymn of Praise—Crown Him with Many Crowns .............................Diademata(All Verses)

Matthew Bridges, 1851 | George J. Elvey, 1868

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†The Invocation (Please lift hands)

The ResponseThe grass withers and the flowers fall,But the Word of our God stands forever.

The New Testament Lesson ............................................................................ John 10:7-16page 1666 in the pew Bible

Q. What is your only comfort in life and in death?

A. That I am not my own, but belong—body and soul, in life and in death—to my faithful Savior Jesus Christ. He has fully paid for all my sins with his precious blood, and has set me free from the tyranny of the devil. He also watches over me in such a way that not a hair can fall from my head without the will of my Father in heaven; in fact, all things must work together for my salvation. Because I belong to him, Christ, by his Holy Spirit, assures me of eternal life and makes me wholeheartedly willing and ready from now on to live for him.

†The Confession of Faith ........................................... The Heidelberg Catechism, Q. 1

The Response—The Lord’s My Shepherd, I’ll Not Want ............................. Crimond(Verses 1, 2, 3, 5)

Scottish Psalter, 1650 | Psalm 23 | Jessie Seymour Irvine, 1871 | David Grant, 1872

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†The Pastoral Prayer and The Lord’s PrayerOur 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.

The Assurance of Pardoning Grace .................................................. Romans 8:29-34For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified. What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us.

Heavenly Father, against you, you only, have we sinned and done what is evil in your sight. But we are assured of your forgiveness and fear no condemnation because we are united to Christ Jesus, our Savior. We put all our confidence in Christ’s death alone; we place our trust in no other thing. Lord, we place the death of our Lord Jesus Christ between us and your judgment. We place the death of the Lord Jesus Christ between us and our sins. Lord, we put the death of the Lord Jesus Christ between you and all our sins, and we offer his merits instead of our own. Amen. Adapted from Saint Anselm of Canterbury

The Corporate Confession of Sin

§The Personal Confession of Sin

† Indicates the congregation standing. § Please kneel if able to do so.

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Words: Adapted from the Psalms | Music: Victor Johnson | ©2014 Heritage Music Press/Lorenz Corp.

The Offertory—Awake, My Soul, and Sing!.........................................Victor Johnson

**The Offering (Please take a moment to sign the attendance register.)

*‡The PeaceThe peace of the Lord be with you always.

And also with you.

Women’s ChoirMelissa Schultz, solo

Awake, my soul, and sing a song of jubilation;Awake, my soul, and sing with joy and exultation!My lips shall sing a joyful hymn of praise;My heart will rejoice and be glad this festive day.Awake the psaltery and harp, alleluia!Awake the timbrel and string, alleluia!With my voice I will awaken the dawn,And of your love I will sing, alleluia!

‡ Children in pre-k through fourth grade exit for Catechism classes at this time.**Online giving is available at firstpresaugusta.org.

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1.2.3.

*†The Hymn of Preparation—On Jordan’s Stormy Banks ................. Indelible Grace(All Verses)

Words: Samuel Stennett | Music: Christopher Miner | ©1997 Christopher Miner Music

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Sermons are available on the church website at firstpresaugusta.org/resources/sermons.

Sermon—Our Covenant God Is Waiting for Us .............................. Dr. Paul Kooistra

The Old Testament Lesson ........................................................................ Psalm 23:6

The Response This is the Word of God,Thanks be to you, O God.

The Silent Prayers of God’s People

3. It is the promise of heaven that gives hope in this life.

the affection of your heart

4. God’s goodness and steadfast love are our faithful companions on our journey.

page 862 in the pew Bible

1. Heaven awaits us.

your destination

Introduction: Eternity Amnesia

Let heaven be:

2. Only heaven gives meaning to this life.

your home

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Sermons are available on the church website at firstpresaugusta.org/resources/sermons.

(Verses 1, 3, 4, 5, 6) †The Hymn of Response—Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart ...................................... Marion

Edward H. Plumptre, 1865 | Arthur H. Messiter, 1885

Dr. John L. Wilson, Director of Music and Arts, organ

†The Benediction (Please lift hands) (Please be seated following the benediction)

The Postlude—Symphony No. 6 (1. Allegro) ............................Charles-Marie Widor

Words: Traditional Irish Blessing | Music: Denes Agay | ©1970 Alfred Music/WB Music Corp.

The Benediction Response—Old Irish Blessing .......................................Denes AgayWomen’s Choir

May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back,The sun shine warm upon your face,The rains fall soft upon your fields,And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of his hand.

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Jazz Prelude—O Praise the Name

†Call to Worship and Invocation ............................................................ Rev. Mike Hearon

Responsive Reading .................................................................................. Isaiah 6:1-8

I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. And they were calling to one another:

“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.”

At the sound of their voices the doorposts and thresholds shook and the temple was filled with smoke.

“Woe to me!” I cried. “I am ruined! For I am a man of unclean lips, and I live among a people of unclean lips, and my eyes have seen the King, the Lord Almighty.”

Then one of the seraphim flew to me with a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with tongs from the altar. With it he touched my mouth and said, “See, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away and your sin atoned for.” Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?”

And I said, “Here am I. Send me!”

Theme: Called by Jesus

The Evening Service

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†Song—For the Beauty of the Earth (Praise to the Lamb)Mike Murphy, Assistant Director of Music and Arts

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†Song—Song of Moses

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You hear me when I call, you are my morning song;Though darkness fills the night, it cannot hide the light.Whom shall I fear?

You crush the enemy underneath my feet;You are my sword and shield, though troubles linger still.Whom shall I fear?

I know who goes before me, I know who stands behind;The God of angel armies is always by my side.The one who reigns forever, he is a friend of mine;The God of angel armies is always by my side.

My strength is in your name, for you alone can save,You will deliver me, yours is the victory.Whom shall I fear?

And nothing formed against me shall stand;You hold the whole world in your hands.I’m holding on to your promises,You are faithful, you are faithful!

Evening Prayers

Offering

Offertory—Whom Shall I Fear?........................................................................Tomlin

Words and Music: Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash and Scott Cash | ©2013 Worship Together Music/Hal Leonard Corp.

Youth ChoirLisa and John Wilson, directors

Testimony ..................................................................................Lisa and John Wilson

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†Song—O Praise the Name

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Luke 5:1-11page 1597 in the pew Bible

Sermon—When Jesus Comes Calling ...................................................Rev. Andy Lee

3. Jesus Calls (11)

How do we think about this passage?

How do we apply this passage?

1. Jesus Crashes In (1-3)

2. Jesus Challenges (3-10)

†The Benediction (Please lift hands)CCLI License Number 425646

†Song—Jesus, I My Cross Have Taken

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College In college or of college age Room 211MCO Health care students Murphy HallYoung Professionals For those in their 20s and 30s, single or married Baker House Young Married Young married couples Harmony HallStudent Families Parents of elementary–high school students Letchford HallCornerstone Parents of college students and older St. Andrew’s HallCovenanters “Empty-Nesters” Room 114Trinity Those with grandchildren and older Eve RoomOfficer Training Officer Candidates and their Wives Room 201

Adult Sunday School Classes A guide to navigating our campus is available in the Welcome Center, and ushers are available to help direct newcomers and guests.

510.2648

GreetersThese elders are greeting you during the month of October:

Active Elders

8:30 a.m. Ken Lanclos, Charlie Green, Bill McCartney, Gary Beaudreau, Mike Harris, Steve Lutz11 a.m. Steve Hubbard, Sylvester Brown, Byron Morris, Ron Jeffcoat, Matt Pantsari, Chip Fisher

6:30 p.m. Ken Lanclos, Charlie Green, Bill McCartney, Gary Beaudreau, Mike Harris, Ashley Paulk

Matt AitkenDowntown Parish

Billy EnglishPleasant Home Parish*

Steve LutzBelair Parish

Ron SkenesBelair Parish*

John BarrettMasters Parish*

Jim GraysonBrynwood Parish

Dale MartinWestminster Parish*

Bruce Van PeursemRiver Parish

Gene BettsLake Forest Parish*

David HaburchakSavannah Rapids Parish

Bill McCartneyForest Hills Parish*

Mike WattsSavannah Rapids Parish*

Dan BooneDowntown Parish

Mike HarrisNational Parish*

Jerry MillerWheeler Parish

Jeremy WellsLake Forest Parish

Sylvester BrownGrovetown Parish*

Ed HartmannWheeler Parish*

Byron MorrisRiver Parish*

Jeff WestergreenWheeler Parish

Robert CampbellWheeler Parish

Steve HubbardDowntown Parish*

Ashley PaulkWheeler Parish

David WhitcombMartintown Parish*

Jim CarrollStevens Creek Parish*

Ron JeffcoatLakeside Parish*

Allen PelletierRiver Parish

Skip WigginsBrynwood Parish*

Cliff EcklesSavannah Rapids Parish

Gerald KillianPalmetto Parish*

Jim ScarbroughBrynwood Parish

Matt WillisEvans Parish*

* Parish ElderAll active officers are listed at firstpresaugusta.org/officers.