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The Morning Service, eleven o’clock To Him who loved us and washed us from our sins in His own blood. Revelation 1:5

† indicates the congregation standing; • indicates seating for those detained

The prelude is a time set aside for quieting our hearts before God in preparation for worship. Please silence cell phones and other electronic devices, and respectfully refrain from unnecessary conversation.

• The Prelude – Sweet, Sweet Spirit ...................................................arr. WyrtzenAlicia Markyna, flautist; Stan Pylant, violinist

The Choral Call to Worship .........................................................sine nomine For all the saints who from their labors rest, Who Thee by faith before the world confessed, Thy name, O Jesus, be forever blest. Alleluia! Alleluia!

The Scriptural Call to Worship ................................................Psalm 117:1–2 Pastor: Praise the Lord, all nations! People: Extol Him, all peoples! Pastor: For great is His steadfast love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. People: Praise the Lord!

•† The Hymn of Adoration (Trinity Hymnal, No. 32) ........................ faithfulness

Great Is Thy Faithfulness

† The Prayer of Invocation & Adoration ..... The Rev. J. Josiah Jones, Pastor

Scripture Meditation for All Saints’ DayAnd I heard a voice from heaven saying, “Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Blessed indeed,” says the Spirit, “that they may rest from their labors, for their deeds follow them!”

— Revelation 14:13

Christ Church, PresbyterianA congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America

4201 Southern Pines Drive, Evans, GA 30809Phone(706)210–9090•Facsimile(706)364–9086

www.ChristChurchPres.org

Assisting in the ServicesElders greeting at the doors before this morning’s service are Glynn Dyer & Mark Walters.

Ushers are Will Boyd, Wade Caldwell, Jonathan Kimbrell, Hamilton McDaniel & Ed Russell.The Deacon on Duty is Ed Russell.

Elders greeting at the doors next Lord’s Day will be Mike Boyd & John Dunsmore.Ushers next Lord’s Day will be Lanier Adams, Richard Deal, Mark Goodell, Charles Kimbrell & Mark Walters.

The Deacon on Duty will be Wade Caldwell.

StaffThe Rev. J. Josiah Jones, Pastor

Dr. Stan Pylant, Director of Music; Mr. Mark Dickens, OrganistMr. Landon Gray, Director of Student Ministries

Mrs. Shirley McBride, Secretary/BookkeeperMr. Scott Doss, AV & Digital Media Director; Mr. Charles Caruso, Sexton

This Week at Christ ChurchWeek of November 1 – November 7

SUNDAY, November 18:00 a.m. ...........WGAC, 580AM and 95.1FM Radio, and wgac.com Broadcasts9:45 a.m. ..........................................................................Sunday School Nursery I (Birth–23 mos.) .........................................................Nursery 1 Nursery II (24–47 mos.) ............................................................Nursery 2 Preschool (4 years old) .......................................................Covenant Hall K–5 ............................................................................... Children’s House Grades 1–2 ............................................................... Children’s House Grades 3–4 ................................................................... Children’s House Grades 5–6 ...........................................................................Youth House Grades 7–8 ...........................................................................Youth House Grades 9–12 .........................................................................Youth House Special Education ............................................................Deacons’ Room Young Adults ........................................................................Upper Room Young Families .....................................................................Upper Room Adult................................................................................. Covenant Hall11:00 a.m. .........................Morning Worship ........................... SanctuaryOn the final verse of the second hymn, children in K4 through Grade 3 may exit for Catechism.4:30 p.m. ..............Augusta Youth Chorale Rehearsal ............... Sanctuary5:00 p.m. .......................... Sunday Prayer Meeting .....................Covenant Hall6:00 p.m. .......................... Evening Worship ........................... SanctuaryOn the final verse of the third hymn, children in K4 through Grade 5 may exit for the Children’s Program.7:30 p.m. ......................... Student Gathering .................. Hatcher HomeMONDAY, November 27:00 p.m. .................Bob Jones University Chorale .................. Sanctuary7:00 p.m. ................................ Trail Life ...................Children’s BuildingTUESDAY, November 310:00 a.m. ........................ Ladies Bible Study ................... J. Jones Home7:00 p.m. .................... Adult Bible Study, Evans............. W. Jones Home7:00 p.m. .........................Diaconate Meeting ................... Church OfficeWEDNESDAY, November 45:30 p.m. ........................ Midweek Gathering .................. Covenant Hall6:30 p.m. .............................Student Gathering ......................... Youth House7:00 p.m. ...............................Choir Rehearsal ................................ Sanctuary8:15 p.m. ...............................Brass Ensemble ................................ SanctuaryTHURSDAY, November 56:00 p.m. .................Young Family/Couples Bible Study ...........J. Jones Home7:00 p.m. .......................Adult Bible Study, Augusta ..............Moncrief HomeFRIDAY, November 66:00 p.m. ....................................Inquirer’s Class ...............................Upper RoomSATURDAY, November 78:00 a.m. ..........................Students: Missions 5K Run ...1st Baptist Church, Aug.9:00 a.m. .................................Inquirer’s Class ............................Upper Room5:00 p.m. ....................Foster Care: Parents’ Night Out ..............Covenant Hall

The Evening Service, six o’clock You also are being built together for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. Ephesians 2:22

• The Piano Prelude – Adoration ............................................................... LeavittMrs. Catharine McClure, pianist

The Opening Scripture ............................................................... John 4:21–24Jesus said..., “Woman, believe Me, the hour is coming when neither on this mountain nor in Jerusalem will you worship the Father. You worship what you do not know; we worship what we know, for salvation is from the Jews. But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship Him. God is spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.”

The Prayer of Invocation

•†The Hymn of Praise – O Worship the King! (Trinity Hymnal, No. 2) .............lyons

The Hymn – Let the Whole Creation Cry (Family Songs, No. 64) ...........llanfair

The Children’s Message ............................................ What Use Is God’s Law?

The Evening Prayer ..........................................Ruling Elder John Dunsmore

The Offering & the Offertory ............................ Barham-Gould, arr. HalbergMay the Mind of Christ My Savior

(Please record your attendance in the green Friendship Register.)

† The Hymn of Preparation – (Family Songs, No. 122) ................ everlasting love

I Am His, and He Is MineOn the final verse, children in K4 through Grade 5 may exit for the Children’s Program.

The Old Testament Lesson ..................................................Exodus 20:4–6 (page 61)

The Response Pastor: This is the Word of God. People: Thanks be to Thee, O God.

The Sermon ................................................................The Rev. J. Josiah Jones, PastorWORSHIP 101: IT MATTERS HOW YOU WORSHIP!

† The Hymn of Response – (Family Songs, No. 99) ....................................father’s love

How Deep the Father’s Love for Us

† The Benediction

The Piano Postlude – Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah ....Hughes, arr. Berry

Christ Church, PresbyterianThe Lord’s Day, November 1, 2015

ALL SAINTS’ DAY

† The Confession of Faith....................................................... The Nicene Creed I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible;

And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, begotten of His Father before all worlds; God of God; Light of Light; Very God of Very God; Begotten, not made; Being of one substance with the Father; by whom all things were made; Who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven; and was incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, and was made man; and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate. He suffered and was buried; And the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures; and ascended into heaven; and sitteth on the right hand of the Father. And He shall come again, with glory, to judge both the quick and the dead; Whose kingdom shall have no end.

And I believe in the Holy Ghost; The Lord and Giver of Life; Who proceedeth from the Father and the Son; Who with the Father and the Son together is worshipped and glorified; Who spake by the Prophets. And I believe one holy catholic and apostolic Church. I acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins. And I look for the resurrection of the dead; and the life of the world to come. Amen. (*universal)

The Doxology ............................................................................old hundredth

Praise 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.

The Prayer of Confession, Thanksgiving and Intercession

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 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 Response to God’s Grace – (sung by all) ...........................................ville du havre

It Is Well with My Soul O Lord, haste the day when the faith shall be sight, The clouds be rolled back as a scroll, The trump shall resound and the Lord shall descend, “Even so” — it is well with my soul. It is well with my soul; It is well, it is well with my soul.

The Offering and the Prayer of Dedication (Please record your attendance in the green Friendship Register.)

The Offertory Anthem – Celtic Laud ................................................Courtney For fruit of the vine, for harvest of wheat, For bread and for wine, the gift of Your feast.

Chorus: The cup of thanksgiving I gratefully raise, O Lord of my living, my love and my praise.

For dove in the sky, for wind in the trees, For coal in the fire, Your Spirit in me. Chorus

For springtime’s green earth, for morning’s first light, For every new birth, for grace and for life. Chorus

Alicia Markyna, flautist

† The Hymn of Preparation – (Trinity Hymnal, No. 128) .................................... dundee

God Moves in a Mysterious WayOn the final verse, children in K4 through Grade 3 may exit for Catechism.

WelcomeWe are delighted that you have joined us in worship today. It is our desire that, as prayers are raised, hymns and anthems are sung, and God’s Word is proclaimed, our worship will bring glory to God and gladness to His people. Indeed, we pray that you will personally be blessed by the corporate worship of the Triune God and return to worship with us next Lord’s Day. If you would like to know more about Christ Church, how to become a member, or, most importantly, how to have a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, please talk with our pastor or an elder standing by him in the narthex after the service.

Evening WorshipJust recently we began an important series in the evening service on “The Place of God’s Law in the Life of God’s People.” As we continue exploring this crucial subject together, we will have a special message tonight for the children on “What Use Is God’s Law?” Then, following hearty prayer and singing, we will look together at the second commandment with a message titled, “Worship 101: It Matters How You Worship!” We warmly invite you to join us this evening as we gather to worship in spirit and truth.

Sacrament of Holy CommunionDo this in remembrance of Me. Luke 22:19

Today we will observe the Sacrament of Holy Communion during Morning Worship. The Lord’s supper is for sinners who recognize their need for Jesus, come in repentance and faith in Him alone, and are communing members in good standing of an evangelical church. Please prepare your heart to enjoy rich communion with our Lord, feeding upon Him by faith.

Upcoming Inquirer’s ClassIf you are considering membership at Christ Church, Presbyterian or simply want to know more about our church, don’t miss the Inquirer’s Class being held this weekend (Friday: 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m. until noon). This class will explore important questions, such as: What does it mean to be a Christian? What do we believe about God, salvation, the church, baptism and other important matters of faith? Further we will consider practical questions: Why do we worship like that? What is our mission as a church? What does membership involve and why is it important? How can I get involved? If you are interested in being a part of this class, please call the church office (706–210–9090) or sign up at the Welcome Table. Childcare will be provided.

Pray for Our MissionariesPlease remember these missionaries and organizations designated for special prayer in our worship services today and in your daily prayers this week:

Dick and Nancy Baggé, Wycliffe Bible Translators, KenyaBob and Andrea Burnham, Mission to the World (PCA), Ukraine

Louis and Anne Carter, SIM, Kenya and Papua New GuineaChild Evangelism Fellowship, Augusta, Georgia

The New Testament Lesson .......................................... 1 Peter 3:13–17 (page 1016)

The Response Pastor: This is the Word of God. People: Thanks be to Thee, O God.

The Prayer for Illumination

The Sermon – SUFFERING FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS SAKE ........The Rev. Jones

† The Communion Hymn (Trinity Hymnal, No. 689) ................................... finlandia

Be Still, My Soul, vss. 1–2

THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER

The Words of Institution

The Prayer of Consecration

The Distribution of the Elements – Please partake as you are served.

The Prayer of Great Thanksgiving

† The Parting Hymn – Be Still, My Soul, vss. 3–4 (Trinity Hymnal, No. 689) .......finlandia

† The Benediction

The Organ Postlude – For All the Saints .............................................................Bates

International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted ChurchToday is the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Join millions around the world in praying, remembering believers who suffer simply because they confess Jesus Christ as Lord. Please refer to the Voice of the Martyrs insert to help direct your intercession for suffering saints.

Other AnnouncementsStudent News — Tonight following Evening Worship the Youth of Christ Church will gather for a time of fellowship at the home of Debra and Billy Hatcher located at 1067 Peninsula Crossing in Evans.People sometimes see the book of Proverbs as a quick treat, while there is wisdom inside that can provide a full, spiritual meal. Please join us this Wednesday, November 4 at 6:30 p.m., as we continue a four–week study of the book of Proverbs.

Bob Jones University Chorale Tour — The BJU Chorale Tour will include a concert here at Christ Church tomorrow evening, November 2, at 7:00. Make plans today to enjoy the musical worship of these young followers of Christ. A love offering will be collected.

Midweek Gathering — Acts 2:42, The Fellowship of the Believers, “And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers....” Join us this Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. for a snack supper followed at 6:15 with a time of prayer for adults and activities for children & students of all ages. If you would like us to intercede on your behalf, please submit your prayer request(s) to the church office by noon on Wednesdays (706–210–9090 or email to [email protected]).

Fellowship Luncheon — On Sunday, November 8, following the morning worship service, we will enjoy our monthly Fellowship Luncheon in Covenant Hall. Pork tenderloin will be provided for a donation of any amount. Members are asked to bring a generous side dish, salad or dessert to share, and visitors are warmly invited to attend. Please use the response form inserted in today’s bulletin to indicate the number of adults and children who will attend or feel free to RSVP online at christchurchpres.org.

Adult Sunday School — We invite you to be with us on November 8 in adult Sunday School as the Christian Education Committee will give an introduction to and overview of the new adult Sunday School curriculum that we will begin in January 2016. We are excited about the new curriculum and look forward to sharing it with you. Please make every effort to be in attendance during Sunday School on the 8th. This joint Sunday School meeting will be in Covenant Hall and is for all adults from high school graduates through our eldest adults.

Scripture MemoryThis week’s memory verse helps equip us to rely on Christ by pointing to the magnificent resources available to all believers. Let us memorize Psalm 119:9 & 11, “How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. I have stored up Your word in my heart, that I might not sin against You.” (Series C: Reliance on God’s Resources; Topic: His Help in Temptation).

In MemoriamPrecious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. Psalm 116:15

Cheryl Ann Stowe Manthei ............................................................................March 11, 2015