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A congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA)

Online Worship

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and feedback as we continue to improve the quality of our broadcasts.

Forestgate Presbyterian Church exists to glorify God and make disciples of Christ  in northern El Paso County: 

By Exalting our Lord in joyful biblical worship By Encouraging each other to love and good deeds By Equipping each other for service in the church and in the kingdom By Engaging the culture around us  

The Lord’s Day Online Worship 10 a.m.. April 19, 2020 Live stream available @9:45 a.m. with announcement reel prior to service.

Order of Worship*Indicates congregation standing, if able.

Welcome & Announcements: Rev. Curt StraeterWelcome! We are a worshipping church. The live stream of this service will be made available via Facebook, and the link will be available via https://forestgate.org/sundaystream. Once the service is concluded, the recording will continue to be available during the week from that link. Join us in worship.

We are a praying church – Especially in these challenging circumstances, we continue to seek the Lord’s guidance through prayer & petition. Send your prayer requests to be shared with the prayer chain by email to [email protected]. If your request is confidential and only to be shared with the elders, send your requests to [email protected].

We are a caring church – If you know someone in the Forestgate church family or others with a need during this time, or should you have a need for assistance of any kind, please email [email protected]. Our deacons and a team of helpers are ready to assist.

State of the Church Update: Rev. Matt Giesman

*Call to Worship: Psalm 27:4 Rev. Curt Straeter One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after:that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life,to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple.

*Invocation: Rev. Curt Straeter

*Song:  “Better is One Day”   Matt Redman, 1995 Thankyou Music (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing) 

How lovely is Your dwelling place O Lord Almighty For my soul longs  And even faints for You 

For here my heart is satisfied Within Your presence I sing beneath The shadow of Your wings 

Better is one day in Your courts Better is one day in Your house Better is one day in Your courts Than thousands elsewhere  

Better is one day in Your courts Better is one day in Your house Better is one day in Your courts Than thousands elsewhere  Than thousands elsewhere  

One thing I ask and I would seek To see Your beauty To find You in the place Your glory dwells  

One thing I ask and I would seek To see Your beauty To find You in the place Your glory dwells  

Better is one day in Your courts Better is one day in Your house Better is one day in Your courts Than thousands elsewhere  

Better is one day in Your courts Better is one day in Your house 

Better is one day in Your courts Than thousands elsewhere 

My heart and flesh cry out for You The living God Your Spirit's water to my soul 

I've tasted and I've seen Come once again to me I will draw near to You I will draw near to You 

Better is one day in Your courts Better is one day in Your house Better is one day in Your courts Than thousands elsewhere  

Better is one day in Your courts Better is one day in Your house Better is one day in Your courts Than thousands elsewhere  

Better is one day in Your courts Better is one day in Your house Better is one day in Your courts Than thousands elsewhere 

Better is one day in Your courts Better is one day in Your house Better is one day in Your courts Than thousands elsewhere Than thousands elsewhere 

Confession of Sin: Psalm 73:1-3 Rev. Matt GiesmanTruly God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart.But as for me, my feet had almost stumbled, my steps had nearly slipped.For I was envious of the arrogant

when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.

Assurance of Pardon: Psalm 73:23-26 Rev. Matt GiesmanNevertheless, I am continually with you; you hold my right hand.You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will receive me to glory.

Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you.My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

Dedication of Tithes & Offerings: Philippians 4:19And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.For Tithes and Offerings: During Covid-19, please go to https://forestgate.org/give for information.

Congregational Prayer: Rev. Curt Straeter

*Song of Preparation: “He Knows My Name”Author: Tommy Walker Publisher: Universal Music - Brentwood Benson Songs (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.) Copyright Year: 1996 Song Number: 2151368

I have a MakerHe formed my heartBefore even time beganMy life was in His hand

He knows my nameHe knows my every thoughtHe sees each tear that fallsAnd hears me when I call

I have a Father

He calls me His ownHe'll never leave meNo matter where I go

He knows my nameHe knows my every thoughtHe sees each tear that fallsAnd hears me when I call

He knows my nameHe knows my every thoughtHe sees each tear that fallsAnd hears me when I call

He hears me when I call

Proclamation of the Word: “Two Lost Sons”Rev. Matt Giesman

Luke 15:1—3, 11-32

Sermon Text1Now the tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to hear

him. 2 And the Pharisees and the scribes grumbled, saying, “This man receives sinners and eats with them.”

3 So he told them this parable: 

11 And he said, “There was a man who had two sons. 12 And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of property that is coming to me.’ And he divided his property between them. 13 Not many days later, the younger son gathered all he had and took a journey into a far country, and there he squandered his property in reckless living. 14 And when he had spent everything, a severe famine arose in that country, and he began to be in need. 15 So he went and hired himself out to[a] one of the citizens of that country, who sent him into his fields to feed

pigs. 16 And he was longing to be fed with the pods that the pigs ate, and no one gave him anything.

17 “But when he came to himself, he said, ‘How many of my father's hired servants have more than enough bread, but I perish here with hunger! 18 I will arise and go to my father, and I will say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you. 19 I am no longer worthy to be called your son. Treat me as one of your hired servants.”’ 20 And he arose and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and ran and embraced him and kissed him. 21 And the son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.  22 But the father said to his servants, ‘Bring quickly the best robe, and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet. 23 And bring the fattened calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate. 24 For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.’ And they began to celebrate.

25 “Now his older son was in the field, and as he came and drew near to the house, he heard music and dancing. 26 And he called one of the servants and asked what these things meant. 27 And he said to him, ‘Your brother has come, and your father has killed the fattened calf, because he has received him back safe and sound.’ 28 But he was angry and refused to go in. His father came out and entreated him, 29 but he answered his father, ‘Look, these many years I have served you, and I never disobeyed your command, yet you never gave me a young goat, that I might celebrate with my friends. 30 But when this son of yours came, who has devoured your property with prostitutes, you killed the fattened calf for him!’ 31 And he said to him, ‘Son, you are always with me, and all that is mine is yours. 32 It was fitting to celebrate and be glad, for this your brother was dead, and is alive; he was lost, and is found.’”

Sermon Notes1) The Prodigal Son, 1-3, 11-19

2) The Prodigal Father, 11-12, 17-24

3) The Other Lost Son, 1-3, 11, 25-32

Reflection questions: 1. How did the prodigal son (the younger brother) want his father’s things more than he

wanted his father? How can God’s people be guilty of the same thing? See Psalm 73; Phil 4:10-13.

2. Read. Vv. 13-14. Why was the younger son in need? Was it his fault? Was it all (including the famine) his fault? Are our bad circumstances always our fault alone? Prov. 5:3-4; John 9:1-3.

3. Why is the older brother so angry? How does he see the younger brother, and how does he see himself? (Cf. Luke 15:1-3)

a. Consider this quote: “The proud and the self-righteous always feel that they are not treated as well as they deserve.”1

4. Which brother was worse? Which was least deserving, more deserving? Before you answer, consider this quote: “I am both of those kinds of sinners, and maybe you are too. I am the selfish son who wants to go off and sin; I am also the stingy brother who prides himself on doing my duty. But there is grace for me in the Father’s love.”2

1 Leon Morris, Tyndale NT Commentary: Luke, 261.2 Phil Ryken, Luke: Reformed Expository Commentary, 2:165

*Closing Hymn: “Marvelous Grace of Our Loving Lord” #465Author: Daniel Brink Towner, Julia Harriette Johnston Song Number: 31690

Marvelous graceOf our loving LordGrace that exceedsOur sin and our guilt

Yonder on Calvary'sMount outpouredThere where the bloodOf the Lamb was spilt

Grace, grace God's graceGrace that will pardonAnd cleanse within

Grace, grace God's graceGrace that is greaterThan all our sin

Sin and despairLike the sea waves coldThreaten the soulWith infinite loss

Grace that is greaterYes grace untoldPoints to the refugeThe mighty Cross

Grace, grace God's graceGrace that will pardonAnd cleanse within

Grace, grace God's graceGrace that is greater

Than all our sin

Dark is the stainThat we cannot hideWhat can availTo wash it away

Look there is flowingA crimson tideWhiter than snowYou may be today

Grace, grace God's graceGrace that will pardonAnd cleanse within

Grace, grace God's graceGrace that is greaterThan all our sin

Marvelous, infiniteMatchless graceFreely bestowedOn all who believe

You that are longingTo see His faceWill you this momentHis grace receive?

Grace, grace God's graceGrace that will pardonAnd cleanse within

Grace, grace God's graceGrace that is greaterThan all our sin

*Benediction: Rev. Matt Giesman All scriptures listed in English Standard Version. Music by permission: CCLI# 1211335.

Prayer & Praise A pr i l 1 9 , 20 2 0We appreciate your assistance in keeping this information timely. To include here or update, email [email protected], check the box on prayer card or indicate on prayer chain emails to include here.

Our Military Cpt. Janelle Baron ― daughter of Jeff & Karen, Air National Guard Maj. David Hickle – USAF F-35 pilot Fairbanks, AK. & family.

Hoover, Caleb & Beth ─ Caleb’s brother-in-law, Chris, is an USAF F-16 pilot is deployed to Middle East. Pray for his safety and for wife, Bekah, and their 3-year-old twins, Ezekiel & Grace.

Missionary of the Month: Diane Alfonso – BEE World Missions Diane is the Media Coordinator for BEE World Missions. BEE stands for Biblical Education by Extension. The ministry supplies education and discipleship tools to pastors around the world who would otherwise not have access to this training. View Diane’s update and video at https://forestgate.org/missionarycovidpage .

Kingdom Vision to God’s Glory – Pray that God will grow the hearts of his people to have a greater vision for generosity, for the unchurched, and for fellowship among His people.

Church Plant ─ Pray for the future church plant and the Stanton Family. For nurture of the future church body.

Covid-19 – For health & safety of our church, community, nation & world. For true comfort in Christ.

Prayers & PraisesFrank Armstrong ─ Frank has been experiencing arthritis and COPD, which has required oxygen use. Pray for healing and comfort.

Forbes Family ─ For their adoption and the baby who will become part of their family as they wait to be chosen.

Hemphill Family – Alan is in a very good state of remission as he continues some treatments. Pray: strength for Alan’s immune system & healing from migraines for Tammy.

Knauer Family – Son-in-law Mike has begun a 5-week/5 days per week radiation treatment plan for his brain stem tumor. Prognosis is good for this treatment. Pray for low side effects & healing. Thank you for your prayers.

Matthews Family – Continued prayer for healing & management for Lily’s papilledema & cerebral hypertension.

Don Neddenriep – https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/donneddenriep. (Col 1:11) that Don & Lois would be strengthened with God's power & have endurance & patience with joy. Immunotherapy continues to help.

Kelly Odell Family ─ Pray for Kelly’s parents in California. Father is hospitalized with pneumonia and cardiac symptoms. Pray for clear diagnosis and effective treatment for father and calm for her mother during this time.

Pearson Family ─ Pray for clear results from Henry’s recent tests, future tests, growth & development, and for the family.

Jenni Rader ─ Jenni continues her work in Zambia, Africa, teaching at Terra Nova Orphanage. Pray for endurance, safety, and wisdom regarding how best to minister to the orphans.

Dick Witzig ─ Dick’s ablation procedure for back pain was cancelled due to COVID-19. Pray for management of Dick’s pain during this time.

Prayer Chain - To send requests or be included on the email list, contact [email protected] . For confidential requests sent only to session contact [email protected].

Announcement Highlights

Online Resources – https://forestgate.org/covid-19 We update this page regularly. Indicates new features this week.

Forestgate Covid-19 Emergency Relief Fund Detailed information at https://forestgate.org/covidfund

To Give to the Covid-19 Emergency Relief FundGo to https://forerstgate.org/give  and choose “COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund” in the drop-down menu for online giving.

Calling ALL Grads! We need your information.We’ll be recognizing our Forestgate Graduates and their accomplishments on Sunday May 17th even during the Covid Quarantine! If you are a high school diploma, College or Graduate degree recipient this year, please send us your information via the following link:https://forestgate.org/grads by Friday May 8th to be included & to arrange

for your gift. Make sure to attach your picture as we’ll be using it for our slide show.

Missionary Connections https://forestgate.org/missionarycovidpage

Virtual Church EventsMany of our regularly scheduled church events have moved online via Zoom video chat. If you're currently participating in a Bible study, discipleship group, or community group that has transitioned to meeting virtually, your group's leader/coordinator will contact you with the Zoom link and any applicable instructions.

Youth Group Wednesday – 6:30 p.m. & Monday Prayer Meeting – 9 a.m.Both are on secured zoom meeting links which are directly available on the Covid-19 page.

How to Watch Devotionals Subscribe to the channel to receive updates when a devotional is available. Schedule is available on https://forestgate.org/covid-19 Look for updates soon!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://forestgate.org/youtube

Masks for Covid-19 Need one? Want to make one? Want to donate? Need a pattern? Contact Joan Funke for more information at [email protected].

Pastoral StaffSenior Pastor: Rev. Matt Giesman [email protected] Pastor of Church Planting: Rev. Steve Stanton [email protected] Pastor of Youth & Family Nurture: Rev. Curt Straeter [email protected] Church Administrator: Carl Bobb [email protected]

Church Officers Ruling Elders: Carl Bobb, David Edling, Bruce Harrington, Alan Hemphill,

Chris Odell, Dale Oderman & Dave YorkDeacons: Richard Barthels, Dale Giebink, Steve Johnson, [email protected]

Alex Funke, Doug Hamm & Stan RussellTreasurer: Deacon Dale Giebink [email protected]

Support StaffAdditional staff listed in the Church Directory.

Office Coordinator: Brenda Faria [email protected] Music Director: Stephen Baran [email protected] Financial Administrator: Kelly Odell [email protected] Events Coordinator: Becca Stanton [email protected] Nursery Coordinator: Debbie Young [email protected]

Links & InformationKingdom Vision Web Link: https://forestgate.org/kingdom-vision

Online Giving: https://forestgate.org/givenow Serving, Ministry Team Information: https://forestgate.org/serving

Sermon Podcast: https://forestgate.org/podcast Sunday School Recordings: https://forestgate.org/sunday-schoolCommunity Groups Information: https://forestgate.org/groups

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Forestgate Presbyterian Church970 North Gate Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80921

www.forestgate.org [email protected] 719-495-5672The church is closed during the current COVID-19 situation. Contact us by email.